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Enrollment Requirements | Enrollment Procedures | Training Schedule | Enrollment Application

Note: We will fully refund the Registration Fee where notice is given to Reimer Express Driver Training Institute Inc not less that 21 days before the course begins. Fees are subject to change without notice.

The Reimer Express Driver Training Institute course meets the requirements for funding from:

• Manitoba Education & Training
  (Visit any one of their outlets)
• Manitoba Public Insurance
  (Call for information)

The minimum age for a Class 1S license in the Province of Manitoba is 18 years. While it is possible to earn a Class 1S license and successfully complete the course at age 18, it is strongly recommended that students be at least 21 years of age on graduation.

The minimum age for a tractor-trailer driver in the United States is 21 years. Because many Canadian companies operate in the United States, the above age restriction should be considered when you contemplate a driving career.

Therefore, you must fulfill the following requirements must be fulfilled before enrollment:

• Age 21 or older (preferred)
• Ability to read and write fluently in English
• Ability to cross the U.S./Canada Border legally and commercially
• Physically fit and able to perform a variety of tasks (some physically demanding)
• A mechanical aptitude (preferred)
• Grade XII if under age 21
• Acceptable Driver Abstract regarding current industry standards
• Valid driver's license
• Pass Provincial Medical Exam
• Obtain Class 1 Learners and Air Brake Endorsement Permits
• A healthy, positive attitude and a strong willingness to learn
• English benchmark level of 6 in Speaking, Reading and Comprehension

Manitoba Motor Vehicle Branch requires the following:

• Medical Form: Have your doctor perform a physical examination, complete the medical form and return it to the Motor Vehicle Branch.
• Professional Drivers Manual: $10.00
• Air Brake Manual: $10.00
• Instructional Permit (Beginners Class 1, Written): $10.00
• Air Brake Permit (Written): $10.00
• Driver's Abstract: $10.00

Winnipeg Police Service:
Criminal Record Search: $13.00

REDTI will also interview each prospective student to determine general suitability for a career as a truck driver.

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1. Complete the application and forward it with your Driver's Abstract and deposit of $150.00 to secure a seat in the class. IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND CLASS AS PLANNED, AND YOU'VE MADE A DEPOSIT, YOU MUST SUBMIT A WRITTEN REQUEST WITHIN 90 DAYS TO OBTAIN A REFUND OF YOUR DEPOSIT.
2. Tuition payable will be divided into three (3) payments and all tuition must be paid before the Class 1 license road test.
3. Obtain your instructional permit (beginners license) for Class 1 at a Driver Licensing Centre.  A medical examination is required for Manitoba Motor Vehicle Branch.  Please schedule the medical examination before the course commencement. 
4. Notify Employment Insurance Centre (if on benefits) as to your decision to enroll in the course.If you require a confirmation letter, we must have your application for class before issuing the confirmation letter.  We will also require notice from them stating what Employment Insurance Centre in funding you for.
5. We will contact you in writing or by phone before the start date with any final details if necessary.
6. Obtain a Criminal Record Search for your local law enforcement agency.  The Winnipeg Police Service provides this assistance in Winnipeg.  Bureau of Police Records is at 151 Princess Street on the fourth floor directly across from the elevator.  The phone number is 986-6073.
7. Obtain a Drivers Abstract from a Motor Vehicle Branch here in the city.

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• The first two (2) weeks of training consists of classroom instruction.  Classroom days are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• The next six (6) weeks of training consists of in-cab instruction on a rotation basis during a 24-hour period.