Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair

The IMI Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair covers the fundamental skills for working in the automotive body repair industry. It includes a mix of theory and practical training, covering health and safety, vehicle construction, basic panel and trim repairs, damage assessment, and preparation for finishing. The course is designed as a starting point for careers in vehicle body repair. Workplace and essential skills Health and Safety in the Workplace, and Tools, Equipment and Consumable Materials for Vehicle Maintenance. Vehicle Accident Repair and components Vehicle Damage Assessment Minor Panel Damage Repairs Introduction to Metal Preparation Panel Removal and Refitting Vehicle Welding Techniques Remove and Replace Interior and Exterior Trim Vehicle Cooling, Exhaust, Steering, and Braking Systems? Practical experience Hands-on work:?Gaining practical experience through maintenance and repair tasks in well-equipped workshops. Work experience:?The opportunity to undertake a work experience.? Employability skills (e.g., teamwork, communication, digital skills) and enhancing English and maths skills in Vehicle Accident Repair sector.

Practical assessments in a workshop environment observed by an assessor.Online tests covering the knowledge components.Written knowledge assessments and assignments.

Willing to work towards English and Maths in either functional skills or GCSE.

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Progression route is onto an apprenticeship