Class 2 Licensing Course

Course Aim

To obtain a Class 2 Truck Driver Licence without having to wait 6 months from the time a Class 2 Learner Licence is obtained.

We will coach you on the theory and assess your skills drive a medium rigid vehicle with a gross laden weight between 6,000kg and 18,000kg or over 18,000kg with no more than 2 axles

How long does the Class 2 course take?

We will courier you pre-course study, we recommend booking at least one week before to allow enough time to complete it before the course starts.

• Half a day will be scheduled covering unit standard 17574 Operate a Class 2 rigid vehicle.
• One day will be scheduled to cover unit standard 24089 Worktime, logbook and fatigue if required.
• The practical portion will be 3 hours of coaching with one hour of assessment.  

What unit standards are covered?

• US 17574 - Operate a Class 2 rigid vehicle.
• US 24089 - Work time/Fatigue/Logbook - May not be required if you can provide evidence that you have completed this training in the last 12 months and we are happy with your level of knowledge.

What happens when I pass the course?

• Take the certificate we give you to a licensing agency (e.g. AA, VTNZ or VINZ)) and they will help you apply to have your licence amended to include your new full Class 2 license (Fees apply). We recommended that you present this within 60 days.
• Contact us in 3 months (if you are over 25) or 6 months (if you are under 25) to go for your Class 3 or Class 4 license - If you are over 25 you may also qualify for a reduction in the 3-month wait – talk to us. 

• You must have held a full NZ Class 1 (car) licence for at least 6 months.
• You’ll need to get a medical certificate (unless you have presented one to the NZTA in the last 5 years).
• Apply for a Class 2 Learner Licence at a licensing agency (e.g. AA, VTNZ or VINZ).