Class D – Toronto
Class D
A class DZ license will allow you to operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of cargo, and must have good communication skills to receive and relay information to a centralized dispatcher.
A career as a commercial driver can offer you stable employment and can provide long-term financial security.
What does the course cover?
- Pre-Trip Inspection
- Airbrakes Practical and Safety Inspections
- Defensive Driving
- Route Planning
- Cargo/ Load Security
- Regulatory and legal requirements in Canada and the US
- Highway Training
- Turns, Backing, Shifting
- Safety Requirements
- Emergency Procedures
How long is the course and what does it cost?
Depending on your experience (or lack of experience) you can register for a combination of training programs that suit your needs.
Each Driving Lesson is scheduled for 1 Full Hour.
Topics covered during training include Vehicle Inspections, On the Road Training, Yard Work and Safety Procedures.
Note: Training is completed on a 48 Passenger, Automatic School Bus. This vehicle is approved by the MTO for D Class testing. However students who would like to obtain their D class Licence as well as their Z (Airbrake Endorsement) will also be required to complete the Z Airbrake Course.
Lessons can be scheduled 7 days a week, from 8am-10pm.
| 8 Hours of DZ Training + 16 hours of Air Brake Course, road test scheduling, and vehicle for Road Test | $1382.49 tax included |
| 10 Hours of DZ Training + 16 hours of Air Brake Course, road test scheduling, and vehicle for Road Test | $1582.49 tax included |
| 12 Hours of DZ Training + 16 hours of Air Brake Course, road test scheduling, and vehicle for Road Test | $1782.49 tax included |
| Extra Road Test | $500.00 tax included |
| Air Brake Z Endorsement + Retest if Required | $282.50 tax included |
What will I graduate with?
Upon successfully completing a Road Test with the MTO (Ministry of Transportation Ontario) Students will receive an Ontario DZ Driver’s License.
What do I need before I can begin?
- Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ License or higher
- Knowledge verification of Rules of the Road and Signs. Handbook and materials provided to help in passing the knowledge tests.
- MTO approved Medical Form completed
How do I register for this course?
You may register in Person, over the Phone, or Online:
New Courses start Monday of Every Month
Upon registration students will receive a confirmation email confirming enrollment and username and password to access our online portal to manage your schedule and payment.
Can I get a job after I complete this program?
Below are a few places you might consider when beginning your search on this new career path:
Is financial assistance available for this course?
Please visit our Financial Help page for more info
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