Overview

  • Level 3
  • Reference 610/1339/0
  • Total Qualification Time 51
  • Guided Learning Hours 39
  • Subject Area Specialist

Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is for training providers and employers to deliver to Learners in the 16-18 and 19+ age groups. These Learners will have an interest in gaining knowledge in diagnosing, rectifying and recalibrating Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

It is therefore designed to provide a standardised approach for the delivery and assessment of the knowledge and skills requirements relating to vehicles fitted with ADAS technology.

This Award-sized qualification offers an introduction to this specialised industry sector which, in addition to complimenting their current industry qualifications and experience, will enable Learners to continue to work safely within their role. These roles can include, but are not exclusive, to:

  • maintenance and repair technician
  • Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) technicians

Who might be interested in taking this course?

Individuals interested in taking this course will need to possess appropriate vehicle maintenance and repair, and MET knowledge and skills at level 3.

What will the learner study as part of this qualification?

The content of this qualification has been designed to give the Learners the knowledge and skills required to work safely whilst carrying out diagnostic, testing and repair activities to ADAS sensors and systems. This may include vehicles that have or have had accident damage for wheel geometry adjustments.

It contains two mandatory units ADAS2 and ADAS3.

ADAS2 covers all of the skills and knowledge from IMI Level 2 Award in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Calibration, and ADAS3 which covers additional knowledge and skills in:

  • working safely when working with vehicle ADAS systems
  • using information and tools to carry out diagnostic tasks
  • understanding how ADAS systems operate as well as vehicle system requirements on the completion of vehicle repairs
  • diagnosing, removing, replacing and recalibrating ADAS systems and components
  • recording information and making suitable recommendations

As a result, Learners successfully completing this qualification will acquire significant core knowledge and skills, and the ability to diagnose a faulty Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), carry out our functioning testing, identify/advise, and rectify ADAS faults.

Further information

Please contact an IMI Approved Centre

This qualification is an official entry route into our TechSafe™ recognition, which will allow you to gain your place on our Professional Register and show the automotive community and wider that you are competent in your role, and are up to date with the latest of technology and knowledge. Get started today.


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

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Start Date: Fri, 09/09/2022
End Date: Sun, 31/08/2025
Certificate End Date: Mon, 31/08/2026

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