Overview

  • Level 2
  • Reference 500/9816/0
  • Total Qualification Time 510
  • Guided Learning Hours 426-503
  • Subject Area Light Vehicle
  • Type VRQ, NVQ, VCQ

Who is it suitable for?

This VRQ includes the full range of routine vehicle fitting procedures. It provides essential knowledge and skills for vehicle fitters working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and fast fit businesses.

About

It provides learners with the opportunity to study both the theory and practical aspects of some of the following:

  • Inspecting, repairing and replacing high performance light vehicle and motorcycle tyres.
  • Carrying out light vehicle front wheel alignment.
  • Inspecting and replacing light vehicle clutches, exhaust components, suspension dampers, vehicle batteries and braking systems.
  • Safe use of oxy-acetylene.
  • Assessing and securing a roadside situation.

Learners will gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace, agreeing customer vehicle needs and other skills associated with working in a garage.

Progression

When an apprentice has achieved a L2 apprenticeship, they can then choose to broaden their education and training in other ways from this firm base.

Assessment

The assessment of this VRQ is made up of two components:

  • Practical tasks
  • Online testing

Want to know more?

Please contact an IMI approved centre.

 


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The IMI is recognised to offer these qualifications by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). This approval means IMI and our qualifications are regulated by Ofqual’s comprehensive regulatory framework. Please click here to read more and here to view this qualification on the Register of Regulated Qualifications.

Documentation for IMI Centres

Find more information and documentation in IMI Connect

Start Date: Thu, 01/07/2010
End Date: Thu, 31/12/2026
Certificate End Date: Mon, 31/12/2029

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