Class A Training (MELT Program)
Looking for a new career? Dive into Ontario’s bustling trucking industry and kickstart your journey to success by enrolling in our specialized Class A Mandatory Entry-Level Training (MELT) program.
Fuel your future with a thrilling career as a Class A operator!
With experienced instructors, a comprehensive curriculum, and a commitment to excellence, HNDA ensures you’re not just obtaining a license but developing the skills and confidence to thrive as a Professional Driver.
What Can You Drive with a Class A License?
The Class A license is meant for individuals looking to pursue a career as an operator of tractor-trailer combination vehicles, specifically:
- Any truck and trailer combination where the towed vehicles exceed a total gross weight of 4,600 kilograms (10,000 lb); and
- Both the truck and trailer are equipped with a full air brake system.
With a class A license, you can also drive:
- A car or light truck covered by a Class A or Class G license.
- Heavy trucks covered by the Class D license.
What Can You NOT Drive with a Class A license?
The Class A license does NOT permit you to:
- Drive a bus carrying passengers.
- Drive a motorcycle or a moped.
What are the requirements to obtain the Class A license in Ontario?
To be eligible for the Class A license, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Hold a valid Ontario license (other than a G1, G2, M, M1, or M2)
- Pass a vision test.
- Submit a valid medical report
- Successfully complete an approved air bake (Z) endorsement course.
- Pass a knowledge test about operating large trucks and tractor-trailer combinations.
- Obtain a Mandatory-Entry-Level Training (MELT) certificate from a registered Career College.
- Pass a road test using a vehicle that meets the requirements for a Class A license.
How Much Does It Cost To Get Your Class License In Ontario?
Obtaining a Class A license is the first step to a rewarding new career, but it can be a costly venture. Expected costs should include mandatory DriveTest fees and MELT program costs.
Here is a breakdown of fees:
If you are 18 to 64 years old :
- Drivetest commercial license package (paid to Drivetest; includes 1 knowledge test attempt and 1 road test attempt): $122.75
- each additional knowledge test attempt (paid to Drivetest): $23.75
- each additional road test attempt (paid to Drivetest): $99.00
If you are 65 to 79 years old :
- Drivetest commercial license package (paid to Drivetest; includes 1 knowledge test attempt and 1 road test attempt): $37.75
- each additional knowledge test attempt (paid to Drivetest): $23.75
- each additional road test attempt (paid to Drivetest): $14.00
HNDA Class A License training programs
We offer 3 training packages for the Class A license. The primary difference between the training packages is the number of pre-included road test attempts. Prices also vary by geographical location.
MELT-ONE
- 104-hour MELT program
- One (1) road test attempt
- Vehicle rental for road test
- Road test booking
MELT-THREE
- 104-hour MELT program
- Three (3) road test attempts
- Vehicle rental for road test
- Road test booking