This guide provides information about driving commercial vehicles. The information in these guides explains best practices for driving a vehicle, but cannot cover all circumstances. Both of these guides should be used when preparing for the knowledge test and when learning to operate a tractortrailer unit, large truck, ambulance, taxi, bus or school bus, as well as when handling dangerous goods. New drivers progress from earning their learners permit, to the class 5 basic licence, to the class 5 advanced licence. You can book online, over the phone, or in person at any of our centres. The vehicle on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left. Study flashcards on alberta basic licence drivers handbook at. The questions are about safe driving practices for motorcycle riders, rules of the road, and traffic control signs and. Driver knowledge test available in languages alberta. The gdl license is comprised of stage one learner and stage two probationary periods.
Oftentimes, you may also be able to pick up a hard copy of a dmv handbook at your local dmv office. After studying this drivers manual alberta residents and visitors are encouraged to practice their skills by taking our free ab drivers practice test or ab learners practice test. Information about drivers licences, practice knowledge tests, preparing for road tests. Blog knowledge base email newsletters events site map. In alberta, the electronic driver knowledge test is available in arabic, chinese traditional, farsi, french, hindi, punjabi, spanish, tagalog philippines, and. We recommend taking a certified motorcycle rider training course to learn how to ride a motorcycle safely. There are seven types of drivers licenses in alberta which allow drivers to operate different types of vehicles under different conditions. In some cases, the motorcycle manual may be part of the driver s handbook. Enter the right hand lane if you intend to leave at. Find out about the steps to getting licensed, and the types of licences needed to legally drive different vehicles in alberta.
Clear language drivers guide cars and light trucks copian. February 2009 professional operators licence information. This test determines whether a learner has developed the driving skills necessary like safe vehicle handling, judgment and knowledge of the rules of the road to become a class 5gdl probationary driver. Previous driver examiners with clean records are encouraged to apply for a licence. It is used with a drivers guide to operation, safety and licensing. Alberta professional drivers licence handbook gold key registry. The knowledge test questions are taken from this guide and the alberta basic license drivers handbook. Professional driver s handbook this handbook provides additional information about driving commercial.
New drivers progress from earning their class 7 learners licence, to the gdl class 5 basic licence, to the full class 5 advanced licence. The curriculum is also intended to guide the instructor on how to effectively deliver the training. The course reinforces driving theory, skills practice and promotion of positive driving attitudes. Much like in ontario and other provinces, alberta drivers must complete a graduated licensing system to become a. In vehicles with a manual transmission, you have to change the gears yourself. For drivers of all ages, getting a drivers licence can be a. Driving through controlled and uncontrolled intersections parallel parking and backing up anticipation of hazardous conditions other safe driving practices like driving the right speed and steering techniques once you pass the standard alberta road test you enter level two and can drive anywhere, anytime. Presenting alberta commercial handbook online it is here for you to learn alberta essential commercial driving skills, as well as road rules and road signs used on alberta roads. Basic licence driver s handbook including information on cars and light trucks by alberta.
Presenting alberta drivers handbook online it is here for you to learn alberta essential driving skills, as well as road rules and road signs used on alberta roads. Well give you driving practice and a practice driving test so you feel confident going in for a drivers test. Alberta has a demerit point system where a fully licenced nonlearner, non probationary driver is suspended when they accumulate. Transportation for allowing its basic licence drivers handbook to be used for development of this northwest territories manual. Requirements for a class 3 alberta drivers license. Alberta driver examiner alberta class 5 basic gdl road. The commercial drivers handbook below is also publicly available on the alberta ministry of transportation official website. The purpose of this curriculum is to provide individuals seeking to obtain a class 1 drivers licence with basic driving skill procedures. If youre having trouble passing your learners test, start with this online only course first to learn the rules of the road and essential basic manoeuvres.
You must pass a road test conducted by a qualified government or licensed driver examiner before you can receive a class 16 drivers licence. Drivers handbook arabic version government of prince. Basic licence driver s handbook information for all classes this handbook provides basic information for all drivers. Alberta drivers licence this free alberta driving practice test updated for 2020 covers the basic questions on most important road signs, road rules, drivers behaviour and parking techniques in alberta, as well as vehicle licensing and registration information. Alberta driver s license class 5 in calgary a class 5 licence allow you to operate any twoaxle vehicle, a moped or a recreational vehicle. A supplement to the basic licence drivers handbook. Alberta driving test tips to pass drivers test in 2019. The first thing we recommend you do is get a copy of the alberta drivers guide and study, study, study. You can prepare for the knowledge test by reading the commercial drivers guide. Learn about albertas graduated drivers license gdl classes and common questions. Passing the basic road test allows gdl drivers to move from a class 7 learner to a class 5gdl operators licence.
The translated versions of the driver s guides are not government of alberta publications and as such the government is not responsible for the accuracy of these translations. Traffic entering the circle must yield to traffic already in the circle. Get a class 1, 2, 3 or 4 driver s licence to operate commercial vehicles, such as a bus, taxi or ambulance. The alberta drivers guide for the class 7 knowledge test is available in english and in french is available in pdf form only translations of this same guide are available in multiple languages in print format because they have been translated and printed by independent publishers. Basic road test for class 5 gdl alberta driver s license the basic road test is a 45 minute driving test designed to test your driving skills and knowledge in a variety of common driving situations. Alberta drivers licence classes can be bought at richmond road registry. However, they may be able to continue using a driver s licence from their home province or country. If you prefer a digital copy, select your state in the dropdown above to get the latest official driver s manual.
Driver s handbook arabic version government of prince edward island contact us. Alberta drivers licence the exam mode is a realistic ab knowledge test simulator. Basic road test a test to see if you can drive safely, know driving rules, and can. Retailers for the drivers guide to operation, safety and licensing in selected languages the translated versions of the drivers guides are not publications of the government of alberta. Just like the official exam, this test will stop as soon as youve reached the passing or failing score.
Some community groups have translated the drivers guide to operation, safety and licensing. In some cases, a driver may have more than one class for example, a taxi driver who has a motorcycle will need a class 4, 6 drivers license. Based on the official alberta drivers handbook, this 30question test covers road rules and driving techniques, parking rules and regulations, road signs, licensing and registration. The texas department of public safety, driver license division, is committed to creating a faster, easier, and friendlier driver license experience and a safer texas. Alberta uses a graduated driver s licensing gdl system. Commercial truck driver training course class 1 alberta.
Alberta class 4 professional drivers licence testing ama. This handbook is a guide only and should not be used to interpret a point of law. The test is challenging and it is important to prepare for the test accordingly. The government is not responsible for the accuracy of these translations. Basic licence drivers handbook alberta driver examiner. To reduce wait times, qualified drivers outside of government will be licensed to offer more road tests to albertans. Ama class 7 learners licence ama ama alberta motor. Exchange your driver s licence from another jurisdiction for an alberta licence, or get an international driving permit. All handbooks are available from any registry agent office or online at alberta transportations web site at. Alberta class 5 basic gdl road test preparing for your road test skill preparation the basic driving skills that you have required over the year will be examined. Basic licence drivers handbook information for all classes. The driver on the left must activate the right signal and use caution when leaving the circle. Road testing and licencing for classes 1 through class 7 available. Information about the different alberta operators licence classes, and the vehicles that can be operated in each class, can be found in the basic licence drivers handbook.
The drivers handbook below is also publicly available on the alberta ministry of transportation official website. One step toward achieving these important goals is to continu ously improve the texas driver handbook by providing you with accurate information on traffic laws, clear images. Before you can get a full class 5 driver s licence, you must have a class 5 graduated driver s licence gdl for at least 2 years with no suspensions in the last year. Motorcycle handbooks if youre applying for your motorcycle license, your dmv office also has a driver s manual for you. Alberta driving test learners practice test this online alberta learners test, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the alberta driving test that is required before you can get your drivers license. In alberta, it takes a minimum of 3 years to get a full, nongdl class 5 driver s licence. The gdl license system was designed to ensure all new drivers gain the necessary experience, knowledge, instruction and support to pass the required road tests and knowledge test. An online version of the driver s handbook in arabic is provided in link below.
In order to obtain a class 3 drivers license, you will need to have a valid, full class 5 nongdl license or higher, in good standing. Getting a drivers license in alberta isnt too much different from other provinces. Ama class 5 licence testing alberta motor association. Please note that alberta infrastructure and transportation is not responsible for the content of this handbook. Reading your states dmv handbook for cdls will help you pass both the written and road tests required to obtain your cdl.
Drivers guide to operation, safety and licensing alberta. You can also pull a trailer as long as it doesnt have air brakes. From cars to trucks, buses to motorcycles, richmond road registry can help you get the right license to get behind the wheel. Please note that the alberta government is no longer printing and distributing any of the driver handbooks. Please click on the links below to access a pdf copy of the handbooks. Application requirements for a basic class c driver license 6 adults permit requirements 7 adults driver license. Driver knowledge test now available in ten languages people seeking to obtain an alberta class 7 learner drivers licence can now take the knowledge test in one of ten languages.