Overview

  • Level 2
  • Reference 600/0284/0
  • Total Qualification Time 500
  • Guided Learning Hours 425-495
  • Subject Area Accident and Repair
  • Type VRQ, NVQ, VCQ

Who is it suitable for?

This VRQ covers the technical needs for basic body building techniques and procedures. It provides essential knowledge and skills for the body builder working on a wide range of specialist bodies in body building workshops.

About

The learning programme involves learners studying both the theory and practical aspects, including:

  • understanding of vehicle construction and materials
  • removing and fitting body panels, chassis and cab components
  • assembling, positioning and installing body parts and components
  • joining components using mechanical fixings
  • removing and installing electrical units.

Optional units include MAG welding, adhesive bonding and fabricating panels.

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

Progression

This qualification also forms the knowledge component (technical certificate) of the IMI SSC Accident Repair Apprenticeship framework (for Body Building). 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

Assessment is made up of two components which are set by The IMI:

  • Practical tasks 
  • Online testing

Want to know more?

Please contact an IMI approved centre.

 


View this qualification on the Register of Regulated Qualifications 

 


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: Fri, 01/04/2011
End Date: Thu, 31/12/2026
Certificate End Date: Mon, 31/12/2029

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