Qualification Details

Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Inspection (QCF)

Qual Ref: 501/1213/2

This level 2 knowledge and skills qualification is primarily designed to meet the needs of the Young Apprenticeship.  It suits school & college students and leavers who wish to join the automotive industry.

It provides learners with the opportunity to study both the theory and practical aspects of a range of routine vehicle inspection, fitting and maintenance procedures:

· Routine light vehicle maintenance, including engine systems
· Inspecting, repairing and replacing light vehicle: standard and high performance tyres
· Carrying out light vehicle four wheel alignment
· Inspecting and replacing light vehicle: exhaust components, suspension dampers & springs, vehicle batteries and braking systems & components

Learners also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace, agreeing customer vehicle needs and other skills associated with working in a garage.

This qualification offers the opportunity for progression onto a full IMI SSC Level 2 Apprenticeship, or one its component qualifications, e.g a Light vehicle Level 2 Technical Certificate or a Vocational Competence Qualification (VCQ) for those who are employed.

The assessment of this VRQ is made up of 2 components:
a.  IMI Awards set Practical Tasks
b.  IMI Awards set Online Testing

For further information and advice, please contact an IMI Awards approved centre.