Courses
At Hopfe Training Centre, we’re redefining what driver training looks like. Our Hopfe Advantage means every student gets a personalized, flexible, and focused learning experience — built around real people, real schedules, and real results.
With our structured yet adaptable schedule, you’ll always know exactly how your course will unfold. Whether you choose full or reduced hours, our Focused Drive Model ensures your time is used where it matters most — hands-on, one-on-one instruction that builds real confidence behind the wheel. We believe learning happens best in a supportive environment. Through personalized instruction, team collaboration, and practical exercises, you’ll gain not only the skills to operate a truck safely but also the mindset of a professional driver.
The Hopfe Advantage is more than training — it’s about empowering you to succeed on your schedule, in your way, and at your pace.
Train smarter. Drive safer. That’s the Hopfe Advantage.
Class 1, MELT
Every new Class 1 driver in Saskatchewan must complete 121.5 hours of MELT training. At Hopfe, we don’t just meet the standard — we raise it with personalized instruction and flexible learning that fits your life.
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Course length: Minimum of 121.5 hours
Course cost: $11,550
Cost includes taxes, and one set of SGI testing fees.
Course Outline:
Classroom — 47 Hours
Your journey starts in the classroom — where you’ll learn the foundation of everything that happens behind the wheel.
Our 47 hours of classroom instruction are delivered live on Microsoft Teams, making it easy to attend from home or anywhere that fits your schedule. You’ll work through eleven comprehensive modules that cover real-life driving situations, laws and regulations, trip planning, logbooks, and safety responsibilities — all backed by real-world examples from our instructors’ experience on the road.
This week-long session (Monday to Saturday) sets you up with the knowledge, confidence, and context to understand not just how to drive — but why it matters.
You’ll learn: highway and city driving theory, compliance and documentation, air brakes, hours of service, defensive driving principles, and what to do when things don’t go as planned.
Module One – Employment in the Commercial Vehicle Industry
Module Two – Vehicle Components and Systems
Module Three – Basic Driving Techniques
Module Four – Professional Driving Habits
Module Five – Off Road Tasks and Manoeuvres
Module Six – Documents, Paperwork, and Regulatory Requirements
Module Seven – Vehicle Inspection Activities
Module Eight – Hours of Service Compliance
Module Nine – Cargo Securement and Loss Prevention
Module Ten – Handling Emergencies
Module Eleven – Air Brake Operation
Practical Truck Theory — 17.5 Hours
Learn exactly how your truck works — from front to back. You’ll get hands-on understanding of how to inspect and test every component, how to identify issues, and what to do if something isn’t functioning properly. These 17.5 hours are all about building confidence and mechanical awareness so you can handle any truck you step into.
You’ll learn: vehicle systems, pre-trip inspection methods, defect recognition, and real-world problem solving.
Backing Up — 18 Hours
Reversing a tractor-trailer isn’t hard — it just takes guidance and practice. In this section, we break down the techniques that make safe reversing second nature. With 18 hours dedicated to backing, we’ll walk you through offset, parallel, and straight-line maneuvers until they’re smooth and natural.
You’ll learn: mirror use, safe angles, spotting techniques, and how to manage space and visibility.
Driving Time — 40 Hours
This is where it all comes together. Under the Focused Drive Model, every hour behind the wheel is hands-on — no waiting in the back seat watching someone else drive. You’ll learn real-world skills like shifting, turning safely, backing procedures, and advanced control techniques such as progressive shifting and IDPE (Identify, Decide, Predict, Execute).
You’ll learn: road awareness, gear control, urban and highway driving, and defensive driving practices to keep you — and everyone else — safe.
Why Students Choose Hopfe
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Flexible, part-time schedule designed for working adults.
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One-on-one training — every minute counts.
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Real-world readiness: not just test prep, but career prep.
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Proven results and 5-star reviews from drivers across Saskatchewan.
Train smarter. Drive safer. That’s the Hopfe Advantage.
Driver Examination
Booked with SGI all students will be tested on all skills learned during the course at this time. This is made up up five indivdual examinations.
Trip Inspection
Air Brake Practical Understanding
Coupling/Uncoupling
Driving
Reversing Maneuvers
Class 3
Class 3 license training is required to operate a tandem unit and air brake endorsement.
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Course length: 35 hours
Course cost: $3,885
Course length: 20 hours
Course cost: $2,310
Cost includes taxes, one set of SGI testing fees.
Course Outline:
Not everyone needs to haul a trailer — but every professional driver needs precision, confidence, and control. Our Class 3 Program is designed for drivers who want to safely and confidently operate larger vehicles like gravel trucks, cement mixers, emergency units, or straight-body transports — without the trailer endorsement required for Class 1A.
At Hopfe Training Centre, our Class 3 training follows the same core values as our Focused Drive Model — personal instruction, flexible scheduling, and a focus on real-world readiness. You’ll spend your time learning exactly what matters most: safe shifting, defensive driving, trip inspections, and how to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
Air brake endorsement is included in every course, and all training is conducted on manual-transmission vehicles. If you require automatic, let us know — we’ll accommodate where possible.
Course Options
New Drivers – Full Class 3 Course
Perfect for those new to commercial driving.
A one-week program with up to 35 hours of focused instruction, including pre-trip inspection, air brake training, and hands-on driving time.
Your SGI road test is booked for the final day of training, giving you the chance to complete your license efficiently and confidently.
Experienced Drivers – Skills Upgrade
Ideal for drivers with prior truck experience who need a refresher or formal certification.
Up to 20 hours of applied training, emphasizing pre-trip procedures, safe driving habits, and air brake techniques to help you transition smoothly into Class 3 operation.
Adept Drivers – Hourly or Custom Training
For confident operators who want to sharpen specific skills before a job, test, or equipment upgrade.
Training is available by the hour, allowing you to focus on exactly what you need — from refined shifting to precision backing.
Why Choose Hopfe for Class 3
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Real-world, one-on-one instruction — no wasted hours watching others.
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Flexible scheduling designed around working adults.
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SGI-approved curriculum built on the Focused Drive Model.
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Air brake endorsement included.
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Confidence that lasts long after the test.
Train smarter. Drive safer. That’s the Hopfe Advantage.
Air Brake Endorsement
This course is up to 10 hours in length. You will learn how an air brake system operates and how to properly test the system.
Course length: 10 hours
Course cost: $500
Cost includes taxes, one set of testing fees for air brake exam.
For Employers
Those looking to hire a new driver can request to have potential employees complete a test drive with us. Drivers will be graded on pre-trip, air brake, pick up and drop off a trailer, and a 1-hour drive.
Cost: $250 including taxes