Driver training
Teach Class 1 mandatory entry-level training (MELT)
Your driver training school must be authorized to offer B.C.'s Class 1 MELT course. Find out how to become authorized and how to develop a course curriculum.
Eligibilty
Instructors must hold the appropriate instructor licences and designations (e.g. Class 1 instructor's licence, MELT designation, Air Brake Certificate of Qualification, theory design). Instructors with air brake certification who have successfully completed approved instructor theory (AIT) can teach the air brake theory module of the MELT course.
Refer to the MELT Course Standards and Curriculum Framework for all standards and requirements, including instructor requirements, as well as facility, classroom, training vehicle, and on-road driving requirements.
Developing your own MELT curriculum
ICBC provides a curriculum template and lesson plans to support standardized MELT instruction.
If you are considering modifying the provided curriculum or creating your own, contact a driver education programs advisor (DEPA) at [email protected] to discuss expectations, requirements and best practices.
Steps to become authorized to teach MELT
MELT agreement
As a school providing MELT training, you enter into a written agreement with ICBC to train drivers under this program. The written agreements outline program requirements and standards for eligibility as well as expectations for training. All terms outlined in these agreements must be strictly adhered to in order to maintain the approved course designation once given.
Your agreement expires on the same date as your driver training school licence and must be renewed annually.
During your agreement period and upon renewal, you may be required to resubmit course materials or undergo evaluations.
Questions?
For questions about the pilot, contact your DSI or email [email protected].
For other questions, contact us.