IMI Accreditation Senior MET Full Route
Refresh Your Motor Skills and gain IMI Accreditation
The IMI Accreditation Senior MET Technician Full Route is intended for vehicle technicians who carry out structural and mechanical vehicles repairs typically involved in accidents.
If you work in the accident repair sector in the automotive industry and have at least 3 years MET experience, this two-day assessment allows you to prove your motor skills, update your mechanical knowledge, and demonstrate that you can work to the highest industry standard.
You will be assessed on your ability to:
- Replace and refit a range of MET components
- Return vehicle systems to manufacturer specification
- Diagnose and resolve system faults
- Work safely, efficiently and professionally
For garage owners and vehicle technicians working in vehicle maintenance and repair, this IMI Accreditation clearly demonstrates to customers, insurers and employers that you meet recognised MET Standards. It confirms your technical competence and your professional responsibility when repairing modern vehicles.
- Get a recognised IMI Accreditation that shows you are a certified mechanic in vehicle repair and maintenance.
- Gain a place on the IMI Professional Register, showcasing your expertise to employers and customers.
- Demonstrate that your MET skills meet the highest standards in today’s automotive industry.
- Build reassurance in your own abilities, leading to improved performance and higher-quality vehicle repairs.
- Refresh your knowledge, update your methods, and stay aligned with modern vehicle repair expectations.
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New Whitehills automotive industry training facility
This accreditation is delivered at our dedicated industry training facility located at Whitehills Business Park. The Park is conveniently situated at the end of the M55 with a Travel Lodge nearby offering affordable accommodation for delegates who require it.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 3 years experience as a technician is required.
Next course dates
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17 Jun 2026
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Community Based
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2 Days
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£890
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24 Jun 2026
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2 Days
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£890
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15 Jul 2026
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2 Days
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£890
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26 Aug 2026
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Community Based
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2 Days
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£934
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23 Sep 2026
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2 Days
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£934
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21 Oct 2026
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2 Days
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£934
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11 Nov 2026
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2 Days
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£934
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16 Dec 2026
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2 Days
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£934
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20 Jan 2027
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Community Based
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2 Days
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£934
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22 Feb 2027
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Community Based
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2 Days
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£934
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Next Steps After This Automotive Training
Career Progression & Prospects
After gaining your Senior MET accreditation, you can continue to build your technical and professional profile with further IMI training such as:
- Advanced mechanic qualifications in body repair, diagnostics or specialist areas
- IMI standards in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Future-ready skills with automotive training in EV and hybrid vehicles
These next steps help you stay current with modern automotive technology and advance into more senior or specialist roles.
Next steps at B&FC
This accreditation boosts your prospects in garages, bodyshops and dealerships across the UK. With this qualification you may progress into roles such as:
- Senior MET Technician – Lead complex mechanical, electrical and trim repairs
- Auto Body Shop Supervisor – Oversee vehicle repair workflow and quality control
- Auto Body Shop Controller – Manage operations within accident repair centres
- Vehicle Technician Specialist – Focus on advanced car systems and diagnostics
Many employers in independent bodyshops, dealership service centres and large fleet operations look for technicians with proven competence and professional recognition.
Key Course Information
Qualification obtained
IMI Accreditation Senior MET Full RouteFees and funding
This is a commercial course, the fees for which are displayed above and must be paid at the time of booking.
Extra costs and equipment
You should bring footwear suitable for an automotive practical workshop environment. All other equipment/resources you require for this course are provided by B&FC at no extra cost.
Regulation and Accreditation
Awarding Body: IMI
Terms and conditions
Read our full terms and conditions for more information.
What You'll Learn
Course content includes assessments on the following modules:
- Completion of on-line assessment
- Carry out cosmetic panel alignment
- Remove and refit of cooling system components
- Remove and refit an SRS component
- Complex MET: To remove/replace/refit components to the original specification
- Vehicle electrical – complex fault finding
- Vehicle suspension: remove and refit mechanical components from a vehicle
- Four-wheel alignment – four-wheel alignment check and check and adjust to manufacturer specifications.
- Four-wheel alignment – interpretation of data
How You'll Learn
This is a two-day assessment course to allow technicians to gain IMI accreditation. No teaching takes place.
Expert tutors
Our tutors are IMI-approved trainers and experienced automotive professionals with years of industry knowledge. They bring real workshop experience to every session and will guide you through both the practical and theory parts of any course and/or assessment.
How You'll Be Assessed
The assessment combines practical tests with theory to check that you have both the technical skills and background knowledge to carry out your work as a Senior MET Technician to the highest industry standards.
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