Overview

  • Level 0
  • Reference IMIA-ATA-MET-2-12
  • Subject Area Accident and Repair

This route will be replaced by ACC-MET-2-20 in May 2020. the updated documents have been made available (marked as 'May 2020' / 'NEW').  ntil May, please use the original documents.

Who is the MET route for?

The IMI Accreditation MET route is intended for technicians whose job role involves the repair of vehicles typically involved in accidents or similar incident circumstances.

There are two levels of job roles within MET, these are: -

Technician

Should be working in the accident repair sector of the industry and ideally have at least two years experience to ensure they are familiar with the skills, knowledge and techniques required to remove & refit or replace various components such as mechanical items and trim.

Senior Technician

Should be working in the accident repair sector of the industry and ideally have at least three years experience to ensure they are familiar with the skills, knowledge and techniques required to replace various components, including returning vehicle systems to manufacturer specification and diagnosing system faults.


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: Mon, 05/03/2012

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