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IMI Accreditation Senior MET Re-Accreditation

Renew Your IMI Accreditation to Meet BS10125 Requirements

Are you a Senior MET Technician? This automotive course helps vehicle technicians renew their full route IMI accreditation before it expires.

If you’re looking to extend this qualification for the next three years and confirm that your motor skills in vehicle repair still meet the latest BSI standards, this course is perfect for you.

Renewing your IMI Senior MET accreditation helps you stay recognised as a skilled, up-to-date professional in the automotive accident repair sector. This re-accreditation confirms that your abilities still meet BS10125 and current industry expectations, which is essential for anyone working on structural, mechanical, electrical and trim repairs.
 

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration / Fees
22 Sep 2025
Bispham Campus
1 Day / £475
23 Mar 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
24 Mar 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
20 Apr 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
21 Apr 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
18 May 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
19 May 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
15 Jun 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
16 Jun 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £475
13 Jul 2026
Community Based
1 Day / £440
Benefits of the course:

 

  • Renew your IMI Accreditation Certificate and Identity Card for another three years.
  • Retain your listing on the Institute of the Motor Industry Professional Register.
  • Prove your competence in the automotive industry to the highest industry standard.
  • Strengthen your mechanic qualifications and maintain your position as a certified mechanic.

 

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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.

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Keep Your Motor Skills Current

Career Progression & Prospects

Keeping your IMI accreditation active supports your long-term career in several ways. It shows employers, insurers and customers that you continue to work to the highest standard and remain committed to professional growth.

By renewing your accreditation, you can:

  • Continue taking on complex vehicle repair services with confidence
  • Strengthen your standing as a trusted, skilled Senior MET Technician
  • Protect your position in garages, auto body shops and accident repair centres
  • Maintain your eligibility for higher-responsibility work
  • Support progression into supervisory or specialist roles
     

Employment Opportunities

You can continue to develop your professional skills and grow your services with further automotive training at B&FC, including:

  • Electric and hybrid vehicle systems
  • Vehicle accident repair
  • Vehicle inspection and MOT testing

We deliver a range of IMI training courses which enable you to join the IMI membership community free of charge. You can also claim IMI TechSafe™ recognition on the IMI Professional Register.

Key Course Information

Entry Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid current IMI accreditation.

 

Qualification obtained

IMI Accreditation Senior MET Re-Accreditation

Fees 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 one-day classroom and workshop based assessment only to allow technicians to gain re-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 confirm that you continue to have the technical skills and underpinning knowledge to carry out your work as a Senior MET technician.

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