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MOT New Tester (Class 4 and 7)

Summary

Our new Level 2 MOT Tester Training award will develop your skills around the MOT testing routine to help you become a nominated tester for classes 4 and 7. Using a blend of practical and theory-based study, we make learning easy by putting in place meaningful assessments which reflect the demands of today’s competitive industry, giving you a solid grounding in key principles and ideas.

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration / Fees
09 Sep 2024
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
30 Sep 2024
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
28 Oct 2024
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
18 Nov 2024
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
09 Dec 2024
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
22 Jan 2025
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
12 Feb 2025
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
12 Mar 2025
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
02 Apr 2025
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695
07 May 2025
Bispham Campus
1 Week / £695

Where can this subject lead?

Career progression

On completion of this course, you may wish to consider the Level 3 Centre Managers course.

Following this programme, you will:

  • Understand how to manage the legislative and compliance requirements of a vehicle test centre
  • Know how to deal with customer service problems within a test centre
  • Understand how to develop and supervise staff within a test centre
  • Understand test centre quality systems and quality audits

Key information

Entry Requirements

MOT testers must have:

  • A current and full UK driving licence in the class of vehicles they wish to test
  • A current Level 3 qualification in motor vehicle maintenance for the category they wish to test in
  • Four years’ experience working on class of vehicles you wish to test
  • No ‘unspent’ convictions for criminal offences connected with the MOT testing scheme or the motor trade, or involving acts of violence or intimidation

Please note: Where wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is a mandatory requirement of the course, it is the responsibility of the learner to ensure that they are able to wear such equipment. Further information can be obtained at the IAG session which all applicants are invited to or by calling Course Enquiries on 01253 504343.

Qualification obtained

Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7)

Extra costs and equipment

All resources required are provided by B&FC.

Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: N/A

Awarding Body: IMI

Terms and conditions

Read our full terms and conditions for more information.

What will I learn?

What will I learn?

This intensive MOT tester course will develop your skills around the MOT testing routine to help you become a nominated tester for classes 4 and 7.

You will learn about:

  • The MOT test
  • Pre-test checks
  • Working safely within a vehicle test centre
  • Working relationships
  • Professional development

Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers

This course has no work placements and no field trips.

How will I learn?

The Level 2 award in MOT testing Class 4 and 7, replaces the Nominated Tester Training (NTT) which was formerly run by DVSA.

This qualification is for individuals who are serious about becoming fully qualified MOT testers. Using a blend of practical and theory-based study, we make learning easy by putting in place meaningful assessments which reflect the demands of today’s competitive industry, giving you a solid grounding in key principles and ideas.

Once you have completed this programme, you will need to complete a VT8 Observation, which is the final step in your journey to becoming an MOT tester and gaining your MOT qualification.

Practical workshop and classroom sessions are held to prepare students for the assessments which will enable them to gain the required accreditation.

Expert tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of business to business courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.

Our teaching staff are appropriately qualified, with relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

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