Here are the driver training schools requirements to teach B.C.s Class 1 mandatory entry-level (MELT) training course.
How to get started
Review the MELT Transition Plan
MELT requirements
To become an authorized driver training school ready to deliver B.C.s Class 1 MELT course, refer to these requirements:
Review MELT requirements
Register instructors in MELT training courses
Class 1 driver training instructors and air brake instructors will deliver B.C.'s Class 1 MELT course.
It's important that a consistent and high standard of training is maintained for B.C.'s Class 1 MELT courses, regardless of who is delivering the training.
Existing Class 1 instructors will be given the opportunity to re-certify to the new Class 1 MELT standard for their Class 1 practical and theory instructor licence designations at no charge during the transition phase to the new B.C. Class 1 MELT framework.
What you need to do
Check MELT training course registration details and register instructors in free MELT training courses.
Become authorized to deliver the B.C. Class 1 MELT course
- Review the B.C. Class 1 MELT course application and approval requirements checklist.
- Contact ICBC Driver Training Industry Support to request an application package and your personalized MELT agreement between your school and ICBC.
- Complete all forms included in the application package on behalf of your school, including a course outline. The course outline details how your school will deliver the Class 1 MELT course to ensure all of the required curriculum is covered. You may use your own outline template if it provides all of the necessary information, or the ICBC template provided.
- Mail all documents back to ICBC.
Once authorized, your school will be listed on dtcbc.com
Training materials provided to schools to develop MELT courses
Training and course resource materials for the Class 1 MELT courses will be available to schools and instructors in April 2021, prior to the MELT program start date of October 18, 2021.
Class 1 MELT instructors will be provided the following materials and trained to use them as part of their MELT orientation:
- Curriculum Framework — Class 1 MELT course standards and learning outcomes
- Student Guide — Class 1 course content and additional information for student reference
- Classroom Lesson Plans — guide for teaching, including tips and activities
- Practical Lesson Plans — guide for teaching, including tips and checklists
- Practical Assessment Forms — assessments for practical activities
- Theoretical Assessment Forms — assessments for classroom and theoretical activities
- Presentation slides, other course forms and handouts.
