Approving an instructor trainer

Learn how to apply for instructor trainer approval under the instructor training certification program.

Instructor trainer requirements

Class 1 instructor trainers

• Hold, and have held for at least three years, a valid practical and theory driver training instructor's licence (with the appropriate class) — or an acceptable combination of training and experience

• Have at least 2000 hours of Class 1 driver training experience — or an acceptable combination of training and experience

Class 5 instructor trainers

For a practical (in-car) instructor trainer designation:

• Have a GLP (practical) designation

• Hold and have held for at least three years, a Class 5 practical driver training instructor's licence — or an acceptable combination of training and experience

• Have at least 500 hours of practical Class 7 new driver training experience — or an acceptable combination of training and experience, and

• Qualify on a practical teaching evaluation conducted by ICBC

For a theory (classroom) instructor trainer designation:

• Have a GLP (practical) and GLT (theory) designation

• Hold and have held for at least three years, a Class 5 practical and theory driver training instructor's licence — or an acceptable combination of training and experience

• Have at least 500 hours of practical Class 7 new driver training experience, and at least 100 hours of Class 5/7 classroom teaching experience — or an acceptable combination of training and experience

• Qualify on a practical teaching evaluation conducted by ICBC

Motorcycle instructor trainers

• Hold, and have held for at least one year, a valid Class 6/8 practical and theory driver training instructor's licence — or an acceptable combination of training and experience

• Have a minimum of five years experience operating Class 6 vehicles

Air brake instructor trainers

• Hold, and have held for at least three years, a valid air brake instructor certificate of qualification — or an acceptable combination of training and experience

• Hold or have held a valid B.C. driver's licence

Steps to approve an instructor trainer

1. Submit your application with the instructor's proof of qualifications.

For a Class 5 designation, submit a completed instructor trainer application form.

For all other designations (Class 1-4 , motorcycle, or Air brake), submit your request.

2. Undergo an instructor trainer evaluation.

Class 5 instructor trainers who meet the basic requirements must undergo an evaluation with a driving school inspector. If pre-approved, we will let you know how your instructor can arrange for their evaluation.

After the evaluation, the inspector will provide comments and may give suggestions for improvement.

Note: The evaluation requirement does not currently apply to designation types other than Class 5.

3. Get your approval letter.

If your Class 5 instructor is successful on their evaluation, we will send you an approval letter — when you receive it, your instructor can can begin training Class 5 instructor trainees at your facility.

For all other designations, if your instructor meets the basic requirements, we will send you an approval letter — when you receive it, your instructor can begin training instructor trainees at your facility for the approved designation.