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The minimum entry requirement is a 3 years' industrial experience OR a Level 3 S/NVQ (or equivalent qualification) plus at least one year's experience in a relevant industrial environment. In order to achieve an irtec licence, a technician must successfully complete both the theory (Under Pinning Kn...

UPDATE: Irtec Inspection Technician Irtec Inspection Technician routes have been recently reviewed and redeveloped with expert working groups. Centres must use the new assessment materials and documentation from 31-01-2026. Summary of changes: •        &nb...

The irtec Master Technician level provides recognition for individuals either in, or working towards a senior position such as a supervisory role or similar within a maintenance and repair workshop environment. Technicians should be working in the industry and ideally have at least five years' expe...

The minimum entry requirement is 2 years' industrial experience OR a Level 2 S/NVQ (or equivalent qualification) plus at least one year's experience in a relevant industrial environment. In order to achieve an irtec licence a candidate must pass an Under Pinning Knowledge (theory) test consisting o...

This combined Bus/Coach/LCV Inspection route was developed in 2015 for those technicians who carry out vehicle inspections on a wide range of passenger carrying and large commercial vehicles. The minimum entry requirement is three years' relevant industry experience OR a Level 3 SVQ, NVQ or VCQ (or...

New – The Large Electric Vehicle Technician Route is Now Available. Aimed at technicians who are responsible for the safe isolation and reinstatement of a `Large Electric Vehicles` high voltage electric drivetrain system. The term `Large Electric Vehicle` relates to a hybrid or full electric vehic...

UPDATE: Irtec Inspection Technician Irtec Inspection Technician routes have been recently reviewed and redeveloped with expert working groups. Centres must use the new assessment materials and documentation from 31-01-2026. Summary of changes: •        &nb...

For more information please contact qualsdevelopment@theimi.org.uk  

For more information please contact qualsdevelopment@theimi.org.uk  

For more information please contact qualsdevelopment@theimi.org.uk  

For more information please contact qualsdevelopment@theimi.org.uk  

Who is it suitable for? This qualification is for: school and college leavers who wish to join the automotive industry individuals (who are not employed in the industry) who want the opportunity to develop occupational knowledge and carry out practical tasks. and employees of the indust...