Free Level 1 Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness Course in Chichester. Classes run at Chichester College, with daytime attendance over a single day. This free electric/hybrid vehicle awareness course covers safety awareness when working with or near electric and hybrid vehicles. It is designed for people in the automotive retail industry and public service roles, including emergency services personnel who may attend incidents involving these vehicles. No prior qualifications are required, though a background in maths, English, and a science subject is recommended.
Who this course is for
The purpose and aim of the IMI electric/hybrid vehicle qualification is to instruct individuals from the retail automotive industry and the public service sector (for example members of the emergency services who may attend an accident involving an electric/hybrid vehicle) in the maintenance service and/or handling of electric/hybrid vehicles.This unit is designed for those people who may encounter electric/hybrid (all variations) vehicles and require safety awareness. It is suitable for non technical people such as managers valeters parts sales and aftersales event staff vehicle recovery personnel vehicle dismantlers vehicle damage assessors and electric/hybrid professional vehicle drivers. It contains the knowledge of the dange
Entry requirements
There are no pre requisites for this single unit qualification however it is recommended that learners will have 3 GCSEs or Scottish Standard Grade/Intermediate in Mathematics English and a Science based subject.
What you will learn
You'll identify the key safety risks associated with electric and hybrid vehicles.
You'll understand how electric and hybrid vehicle systems work at a basic level.
You'll learn safe handling procedures when working on or near these vehicles.
You'll recognise the correct steps to take at an incident involving an electric or hybrid vehicle.
You'll understand the precautions needed before carrying out maintenance or servicing work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Chichester College. The course is delivered in a single day. Assessment is based on the IMI unit requirements for this qualification. The centre will confirm the exact assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chichester College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician, working safely on electric and hybrid models
Emergency services responder, handling incidents involving electric vehicles
Fleet maintenance operative, supporting electric vehicle fleets
Automotive service advisor, advising customers on electric vehicle safety
Recovery technician, recovering electric and hybrid vehicles safely
Public sector vehicle handler, working with electric vehicles in a service role
What you could study next
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement, for those moving into hands-on maintenance and repair work on these vehicles.
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement, the next step for technicians wanting to work independently on high-voltage systems.
Level 3 Vehicle Technology qualifications through City and Guilds or IMI, for a broader automotive career pathway.
