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New road test model
Alberta is launching a new, more efficient road test system to ensure drivers have timely access to tests while keeping Alberta roads safe.
Starting on January 5, 2021, passenger vehicle road tests (Class 4 to 6) will be delivered by private driver examiners through Alberta registry agents. Registry agents started booking these passenger vehicle road test appointments on December 1, 2020 for appointments in January 2021.
Book a passenger vehicle road test (Class 4 to 6) in 2021.
We have strengthened oversight of the system to ensure all road tests are fair and safe, resulting in competent, safe drivers. All Class 1, 2 and 3 commercial, truck and bus road tests will continue to be conducted by government examiners to ensure drivers are meeting the higher standards set by the new Mandatory Entry-Level Training program.
Commercial vehicle road tests (Class 1 to 3) are delivered by Alberta Transportation.
Book or manage a commercial vehicle road test appointment.
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Overview
This tests your knowledge of Alberta’s traffic laws. The following guidelines apply:
- knowledge tests are conducted for:
- all driver’s licence classes with the exception of Class 5
- the air brake endorsement
- the Safety Fitness Certificate (SFC) Compliance test
- you must take the test at a registry agent office for a fee of $17
- the test is 30 multiple choice questions and you must score a minimum of 25 to pass
- if you fail the test you must wait one day before taking the test again. You may take the test as many times as required to pass but only once per day
- test stations have audio-assistant devices that read the questions and choices of answers to you for $30 and can only be taken in English and only for class 7
- if you have difficulty with English and only need minimal help, you can use a paper English conversion dictionary for class 3, 6 or 7
- if you want to take the test in a language other than those listed below, you’ll need to pay for an approved translator
- class 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 and air brake knowledge tests can only be taken in English
- once a knowledge test has been passed and the test permit is validated by a registry agent, the permit is only valid for 1 year from the date of the test
You can study the driver guides for all classes of knowledge tests:
- Driver's Guide to Operation, Safety and Licensing: Cars and Light Trucks
- Commercial Driver's Guide to Operation, Safety and Licensing: Trucks, Buses, Emergency Responders and Taxis
- Rider's Guide to Operation Safety and Licensing: Motorcycles, Mopeds and Power-assisted Bicycles
Languages
The Class 7 test is available in 25 languages:
Request a translator for a knowledge test
Before requesting a translator for a Class 7 driver knowledge test, you must complete a minimum of 3 Class 7 driver knowledge tests using any combination of the following:
- English audio
- English assisted
- Driver Knowledge Testing System in English
- Driver Knowledge Testing System in any of the languages listed above
If you have completed a minimum of 3 Class 7 driver knowledge tests attempts, you can email MELT and Licensing Standards (MLS) at [email protected] to request a translator. You must provide the following information:
- full legal name
- complete date of birth
- current mailing address
- contact email address
- language of translation requested
If the language you require is not available for translation through the computerized system (see the list above under the Languages section), you do not need to first attempt to complete the driver knowledge test 3 times. You can instead make arrangements to have a translator with a valid Translation Identification Number (TIN) attend the test with you on your first attempt. If you already know a translator with a valid TIN, you do not need to contact MLS.
If you choose to have someone else provide the contact email address on your behalf, you authorize that MLS may disclose your personal information to the third party email address provided.
MLS may grant or refuse the use of a translator and will advise you of the decision via email. If MLS approves the use of translator, you will receive a list of approved translators. You can choose to use any approved translator with a valid TIN at your knowledge test.
You are responsible for all scheduling and costs associated with knowledge testing and translator services (if applicable).
See the list of approved translator agencies and information on how to become a translator for driver's knowledge tests.