Overview

  • Level 2
  • Reference 610/3281/5
  • Total Qualification Time 18
  • Guided Learning Hours 14
  • Subject Area Specialist
  • Type VRQ, NVQ, VCQ

Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is for training providers and employers to deliver to learners in the 19+ age groups. These learners will have an interest in gaining the knowledge to work safely when carrying out routine maintenance activities on hydrogen fuelled vehicles.

It is therefore designed for those people who may encounter hydrogen vehicles within a routine maintenance situation. It also contains the knowledge and skills required to work safely around the vehicle.

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 them to continue to work safely within their role. These roles can include but are not exclusive to:

  • vehicle maintenance and repair technicians

Who might be interested in taking this course?

Individuals interested in taking this course will need to possess appropriate vehicle maintenance and repair knowledge and skills at Level 2.

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 on hydrogen vehicles whilst carrying out routine maintenance and repair activities (not voltage components or systems).

It contains one mandatory unit covering knowledge of:

  • hydrogen vehicle system components and operation
  • hazards surrounding hydrogen vehicles
  • how to reduce the risks to yourself and others when working on hydrogen vehicles
  • safely preparing the vehicle when carrying routine maintenance

Skills of:

  • working safely on a hydrogen vehicle
  • identifying hydrogen system components

As a result, learners successfully completing this qualification will acquire significant core knowledge and skills and the ability to work safely around and maintain hydrogen vehicles.

Which subjects will complement this course?

This qualification will help support their progression onto qualifications that further develop their knowledge and skills within a technical role, carrying out repair and replacement of hydrogen vehicles.

  • Level 3 Award in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement

Further Information

Please contact an IMI approved centre

 


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: Sun, 01/10/2023
End Date: Wed, 31/12/2025
Certificate End Date: Sun, 31/12/2028

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