New Partnership to Offer IMI Level 2/3 Award in Preparing Heavy Electric/Hybrid Vehicles for Repair

Are you interested in a career in the automotive industry? Do you have a passion for working with electric and hybrid vehicles? If so, then the new partnership between Logistics UK, the City of Bristol College, and SMB College Group in Leicestershire may be just what you’re looking for.

The IMI Level 2/3 award in preparing heavy electric/hybrid vehicles for repair is a fantastic opportunity to gain the skills and qualifications needed to become a qualified EV technician. With the IMI forecasting a shortage of 16,000 EV technicians by 2035, there has never been a better time to upskill and prepare for the future of the automotive industry.

David Jordan, deputy director of operations at Logistics UK, highlights the importance of skilled EV technicians in light of the government’s plans to ban sales of new internal combustion engine vehicles by 2030. The need for qualified technicians is more pressing than ever, making this course a valuable investment in your future career.

Both the City of Bristol College and SMB College Group’s Stephenson Campus in Coalville offer state-of-the-art facilities and technical equipment to provide the ideal learning environment for aspiring EV technicians. Working in partnership with industry experts, these colleges are committed to developing the workforce of tomorrow and ensuring that learners are equipped with the skills needed to support the evolving demands of the industry.

If you’re interested in taking the course, you must have appropriate heavy vehicle maintenance and repair knowledge and skills at Level 3 or equivalent. Upon successful completion of the vocational qualification, you will receive a nationally recognised award and the expertise needed to work on heavy electric and hybrid vehicles, including buses and coaches.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to upskill and prepare for the future of the automotive industry. For more information and to find out how you can get involved, visit the Logistics UK website at https://logistics.org.uk/evimiaward. Take the first step towards a rewarding career as an EV technician and make a difference in the world of electric and hybrid vehicles.