Overview

  • Level 3
  • Reference 500/9822/6
  • Total Qualification Time 1081
  • Guided Learning Hours 915
  • Subject Area Accident and Repair
  • Type VRQ, NVQ, VCQ

PLEASE BE ADVISED, THIS QUALIFICATION IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE FOR REGISTRATIONS IN ENGLAND FROM THE 01ST JANUARY 2025.

FOR CENTRES IN NORTHERN IRELAND AND WALES, PLEASE CONTACT THE IMI BY SUBMITTING AN ENQUIRY FORM. YOU WILL NEED TO ATTACH THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION SPREADSHEET WITH YOUR ENQUIRY.

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Who is it suitable for?

This VCQ is an integral part of IMI SSC Accident Repair Apprenticeship Framework (Paint Route). Therefore learners (normally aged 16-25) who are keen to build a career in the industry can take this VCQ as part of the Apprenticeship framework.

About

This is a level 3 qualification designed to provide a standardised approach for the delivery and assessment of the competence and knowledge requirements. This VCQ also forms the integral component of the IMI SSC Accident Repair Advanced Apprenticeship framework (for the Paint route).

Candidates are required to demonstrate all of the evidence requirements, learning outcomes, assessment criteria through workplace evidence. Full guidance documents and assessment records are supplied by IMI.

Progression

For some learners this qualification could prepare them for progression to further learning and training. For others, this qualification could also provide a useful recognition of their practical skills and knowledge, to aid their step from one job role to another.

Assessment

The knowledge component of this qualification is also independently assessed via online testing. The tests are mapped to each knowledge unit's learning outcomes and assessment criteria to ensure coverage. These tests are marked electronically by IMI.

Want to know more?

Please contact an IMI approved centre.

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: Tue, 31/12/2024
Certificate End Date: Mon, 31/12/2029

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