What you will learn

Are you an employer looking to embrace maintenance and repair of Electric Vehicles?

For the last 150 years, the world has been perfecting the internal combustion engine vehicle. Even with the evolution of the catalytic converter and other emission control systems, the demand for ever cleaner emissions has forced the motor industry to produce hybrids and now fully electric cars.

Electric and Hybrid vehicles use completely different technology than most automotive technicians are used to. Technicians and mechanics that use, work with, or even have access to these vehicles must be ready for the risks that accompany this technology and hold the necessary skills and knowledge to diagnose and repair these vehicles.
Weston College has developed this comprehensive Skills Bootcamp to enhance suitably qualified automotive technicians / mechanics knowledge, skill and confidence in electric vehicle and hybrid technologies.

The Skills Bootcamp comprises of a blend of classroom and workshop activities in all aspects of EV and hybrid maintenance, diagnosis and repair

What day is this Skills Bootcamp?

This Skills Bootcamp takes place every Friday for 12 weeks, 8am – 4pm.

Where is the Skills Bootcamp Being Delivered?

Each session will take place in our dedicated workshop at the South West Skills Campus. The address for this campus, is: South West Skills Campus, Locking Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8ND.

What is the Learning Outcome of this Skills Bootcamp?

On completion of this Skills Bootcamp your staff will be able to work safely on electric/hybrid vehicles, and have a greater understanding on how to carry out tasks such as: repairs to high voltage / high energy electrical systems, recording information and making suitable recommendations.

What Qualifications will my Employees Achieve?

Once your employee has successfully completed this Skills Bootcamp, they will receive an Institute of Motor Industry (IMI) Level 3 Award in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement.

Learners can also be entered on the IMI Techsafe professional register.

Cost for Large Employers (With 250 Staff or More)

30% contribution £1053.90 per person.

Cost for SME Employers (With 249 Staff or Less)

10% contribution of £351.30 per person.

Employer Commitment

Employer commitment for learner to complete all training elements.

Evidence from employer to confirm that the training provided via the Skills Bootcamp has resulted in either a new job role or an enhanced role for the employee that now utilises their new skills gained via this Skills Bootcamp.