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MOT Test Centre Management

Advance to an MOT Manager Role with Expert MOT Training

This MOT Manager training is designed for people who want to run or manage an MOT test centre. It gives you the knowledge and confidence to manage MOT testing, staff, and compliance to DVSA requirements.

If you already work as an MOT tester, vehicle technician, or in vehicle maintenance, this IMI-accredited MOT training course helps you move into a management role within the motor industry.

This course is ideal if you plan to take responsibility for MOT operations or want to progress into an MOT manager role.
 

Benefits of the course:

 

  • Gain a DVSA-recognised MOT qualification
  • Build confidence running an MOT test centre
  • Understand MOT legislation and compliance clearly
  • Improve customer service and test centre standards
  • Develop leadership and staff supervision skills
  • Strengthen your career prospects in the motor industry
  • Prepare to manage audits, quality systems and inspections

 

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New Whitehills automotive industry training facility

This course 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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Entry Requirements

The MOT Manager Training qualification will be of interest to those individuals wishing to set up an MOT Testing Station, or who may already be an MOT Tester and wish to advance their career.

There are no formal entry requirements for the MOT Manager Training qualification.

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration / Fees
16 Sep 2026
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
07 Oct 2026
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
04 Nov 2026
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
16 Dec 2026
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
13 Jan 2027
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
10 Feb 2027
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
17 Mar 2027
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
07 Apr 2027
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
05 May 2027
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540
23 Jun 2027
Whitehills Northern Automotive Training
2 Days / £540

How This MOT Manager Qualification Will Grow Your Role

Career Progression & Prospects

Successful completion of the Award in MOT Centre Management gives you a recognised qualification that shows you are ready to manage an MOT operation.

This course teaches you what you need to:

  • Run an MOT station day to day
  • Meet all DVSA legislative and compliance requirements
  • Take responsibility for MOT testing standards
  • Progress into senior or management roles

Employment Opportunities

With this qualification, you can move into roles such as:

  • MOT Manager
  • Workshop Manager
  • MOT Operations Supervisor

It is a strong next step for anyone who wants more responsibility, better career prospects, and long-term progression in MOT training and vehicle testing.

Key Course Information

Qualification obtained

Technical Specialist in MOT Test Centre Management (Award)

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

All equipment/resources for the 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

You will learn how to:

  • Manage the legal and compliance rules of an MOT test centre
  • Run day-to-day MOT operations
  • Improve customer service within an MOT station
  • Develop, supervise and support MOT technicians
  • Understand test centre quality systems and audits

How You'll Learn

The MOT Test Centre Management course is run over two days and is taught in a relaxed classroom environment where individuals have the opportunity to ask questions and get guidance from industry-expert tutors.

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.

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How You'll Be Assessed

The course is assessed via an open book multiple choice test.