This vocationally related qualification/technical certificate (knowledge qualification) expired as part of the Instructus Skills (previously known as Skills CFA Skills SSC) Customer Service Apprenticeship Framework on 31st August 2014; however it may continue to be used as a standalone qualification by approved centres if required.
Within the Instructus Skills Customer Service Apprenticeship Framework this qualification has been replaced by a new single ‘combined’ knowledge and competency IMI qualification IMI Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service (QCF) I.D. No 601/3456/2 on 1st September 2014. This means that the new qualification incorporates both knowledge and the competence within the same qualification, and can be used with the Customer Service Apprenticeship Framework and as a standalone qualification. (The ‘combined’ qualification will therefore replace the current NVQ and VRQ/technical certificate within the respective apprenticeship frameworks at Levels 2 and 3 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland).
This IMI Level 2 qualification in Customer Service is a learning programme which offers individuals working in the retail automotive industry the opportunity to develop, improve and gain recognition in customer service.
The qualification suits sales, after-sales, service & parts advisors and body-shop receptionists. However the qualification is also for individuals who recognise that customer service skills and knowledge complement their technical skills, for example, a tyre fitter, parts operative or technician.
This qualification has been designed to reflect the five customer service themes (Foundations, Impression & Image, Delivery, Handling Problems and Development & Improvement) and meets the technical certificate requirement for the Customer Service Advanced Apprenticeship.
For some individuals this could provide a useful recognition of their professional competence, to aid their step from one job role to another, eg moving from the 'shop-floor' into 'after-sales', or into supervisory and/or management roles. For others, it can prepare them for progression to higher education.
The assessment of this VRQ is made up of 3 components.
Please contact an IMI approved centre.
View this qualification on the Register of Regulated Qualifications
Start Date: Wed, 01/09/2010
End Date: Thu, 31/12/2026
Certificate End Date: Sun, 31/12/2028
