IMI Accreditation Electric Vehicle Technician
Develop Your Skills to Service and Maintain Electric and Hybrid Cars
Are you a vehicle technician or car mechanic whose job role involves light vehicle inspection, maintenance and repair? Are you looking to expand your skills into electric and hybrid vehicles? The IMI Accreditation Electric Vehicle Technician course gives you the practical knowledge to test, service and repair electric vehicles safely.
This electric car mechanic training is ideal for professionals who already have mechanic qualifications and want to gain official IMI accreditation for working on electric cars and hybrid vehicles. You’ll learn to carry out electric vehicle battery testing, inspect high-voltage systems, and safely service electric motors and components.
As electric cars become more common, this automotive training helps you stay current with IMI-certified skills and boosts your professional profile as a qualified EV mechanic.
Next course dates
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28 Apr 2026
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1 Day
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£450
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27 May 2026
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1 Day
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£450
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23 Jun 2026
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1 Day
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£450
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21 Jul 2026
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1 Day
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£450
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29 Sep 2026
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Community Based
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1 Day
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£472
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27 Oct 2026
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1 Day
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£472
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24 Nov 2026
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1 Day
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£472
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12 Jan 2027
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1 Day
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£472
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09 Feb 2027
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1 Day
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£472
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02 Mar 2027
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Community Based
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1 Day
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£472
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Benefits for this Course
- Gain an IMI Accreditation that proves your skills with electric and hybrid vehicles.
- Learn safe working practices for high-voltage systems and car battery testing.
- Develop hands-on experience in vehicle inspection, testing and fault diagnosis.
- Build confidence in maintaining and repairing electric motors and EV components.
- Enhance your career prospects with a recognised electric vehicle technician certification.
Get in touch - we're available Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.
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.
Grow Your Career as a Trusted, Certified Mechanic
Career Progression and Prospects
This accreditation supports your progression into specialist and higher-level roles, such as:
- Electric Vehicle Technician
- Hybrid Vehicle Specialist
- EV Diagnostic Technician
- Automotive Electrician
- Workshop Supervisor or Trainer
This qualification helps you grow your career as a trusted, certified mechanic and a leader in electric vehicle repair.
Next steps at B&FC
You can also progress to Level 4 IMI electric vehicle training or other automotive courses in advanced diagnostics and electric vehicle technology.
Key Course Information
Entry Requirements
To take this course, you must be a qualified vehicle technician or car mechanic who can work without supervision. Ideally, you should be in full-time employment with at least two years' experience in the automotive industry.
You’ll need to be familiar with the skills, knowledge and techniques used to service, maintain and repair vehicles fitted with high-voltage batteries and components such as hybrid or pure electric vehicles.
This course is designed for professionals who already understand the basics of vehicle electrical systems and want to take the next step toward becoming a certified electric vehicle technician through IMI accreditation.
Qualification obtained
IMI Accreditation Electric Vehicle TechnicianFees 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
What You’ll Learn
The course builds your knowledge and practical skills to work safely on electric cars and hybrid vehicles. You’ll learn to:
- Work safely with high-voltage systems: Understand hazards and use correct isolation techniques.
- Carry out electric vehicle battery testing: Test and interpret results for battery performance and condition.
- Inspect and maintain electric motors: Learn how electric propulsion systems work and how to diagnose faults.
- Test charging systems and connections: Check AC/DC charging circuits and ensure safe operation.
- Service electric and hybrid vehicles: Follow best practices for inspection, repair, and component replacement.
- Understand vehicle technology: Learn how electric motors, battery packs, and control systems power modern EVs.
By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to take on advanced vehicle testing and diagnostic work as an electric vehicle technician.
How You’ll Learn
You’ll learn through a mix of theory lessons, practical workshops, and hands-on assessments using real electric and hybrid vehicles. Training takes place in a fully equipped automotive workshop with access to diagnostic tools, battery test equipment, and electric vehicle systems.
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
Assessment is based on practical demonstration and professional discussion.
- Practical Assessment: You’ll carry out diagnostic, inspection, and repair tasks on electric vehicles to show your competence.
- Knowledge-Based Assessment: A short written or verbal test will check your understanding of EV systems and safety procedures.
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