Courses Approved By Alberta Transportation
Farm-Restricted Class 1 License
This program provides training for individuals or students who are looking to operate trucks and heavy vehicles for agricultural or farm-related purposes.
Admission Requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Hold a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s licence
- Operate vehicles exclusively for farm use
- Pass a medical examination as required by Alberta Transportation
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Course Overview:
The Class 1-F Farm-Restricted License Course is a specialised training program approved under Alberta Transportation regulations. It prepares participants to operate heavy trucks, tractors, and trailers used in agricultural operations—without needing the full commercial licence.
This course is perfect for individuals who transport equipment, grain, hay, or livestock between farm properties. With our structured lessons and professional guidance, you’ll develop the knowledge and confidence to drive safely and efficiently on rural and private roads.
Our farm truck driver course in Alberta focuses on skill-building, safety, and compliance. Experienced instructors at Wild Rose Academy deliver each lesson with precision, helping you understand vehicle systems, air brakes, load security, and provincial driving standards.
Entry Program
Fundamental classroom instruction providing the essential framework for commercial operation.
- 40.5 hours of classroom instruction
Core Learning Program
The comprehensive standard for professional Class 1 licensure.
Class: 4 hours
- In-yard training: 13 hours
- In-cab driving: 43 hours
- Air brakes training: 8 hours
Experience and Equivalency Program
Streamlined path for drivers with documented commercial experience or license.
Class: 3.5 hours
- n-yard: 8 hours
- In-cab: 28.5 hours
What you’ll learn from the Course
Our farm-restricted license training in Calgary includes both theoretical and practical instruction, which helps to prepare you for the Alberta Class 1-F written and road exams. You will learn:
• Vehicle Operation and Control
• Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Load Management
• On-Road Driving Practice
• Alberta Driving Regulations
Course Structure
The Farm-Restricted License Program includes:
• Classroom Instruction: Covering traffic laws, defensive driving, and safety procedures.
• In-Yard Training: Hands-on exercises including pre-trip inspections, coupling and uncoupling trailers, and vehicle maintenance.
• On-Road Driving: Real-world driving practice with certified instructors to build skill and confidence before the provincial test.
Training is delivered using modern, well-maintained vehicles that simulate real agricultural work environments. Each student receives personalised attention and professional feedback to ensure full readiness for the licensing process.
Assessment and Certification
After completing the program, students’ assessments are taken based on their theoretical understanding and driving proficiency. Graduates become eligible to take the Alberta Government’s Class 1-F (Farm-Restricted) knowledge and road tests. After successful completion of the course, you are allowed to legally operate farm vehicles within the limits of the provincial restrictions.
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What We Will Cover
Basic Vehicle Knowledge
Highway Code
Driving Manuevers
Road Safety
Drivers Theory Examination
Driving Test Certification
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Program for Class 1 Driver Applicants
Alberta is leading the way in Class 1 driver training and licensing with the new Class 1 Learning Pathway for commercial truck drivers. Effective April 1, 2025, the Class 1 Learning Pathway was replaced with the Class 1 Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) program. The new Pathway Program offers a flexible, apprentice-style approach to support new drivers in their ongoing career development.
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FAQs
A Farm-Restricted Class 1 License allows eligible farmers and their family members to operate heavy trucks for agricultural purposes within Alberta, without needing full commercial licensing.
You can operate trucks and trailer combinations used for farm-related activities such as transporting grain, livestock, equipment, and farm supplies within Alberta.