Green Transport Skills Bootcamp - Part-time

Skills Bootcamps are flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and provides clear career pathways, mentorship and advancement opportunities.

The course, for adults who live or work in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region, covers the environmental issues that surround petrol and diesel vehicles and the carbon impact that they have.

At the end of the 10 week evening course, you'll be given the opportunity to have a job interview with large employers in the area.

The course will ensure that you are well-prepared, skilled and ready to progress in your current role or to expand your business if you are self-employed.

What will I cover on this course?

There are 2 main units that cover 11 modules delivered over 10 weeks. In the final week, we will offer employability support to prepare you for your interview, reviewing your CV and looking at your interview skills. The practical modules are:

Unit EV2.2 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance

• Module 1 - Know about electric/hybrid vehicle system components and operation
• Module 2 - Understand the hazards surrounding electric/hybrid vehicles
• Module 3 - Know how to reduce the risks to yourself and others when working on electric/hybrid vehicles
• Module 4 - Know how to safely prepare the vehicle when carrying out routine maintenance on electric/hybrid vehicles (NOT high voltage components or systems)
• Module 5 - Be able to work safely on an electric/hybrid vehicle (NOT high voltage components or systems)

Unit EV3 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement

• Module 6 - Understand how to carry out repairs on high energy electrical systems
• Module 7 - Be able to work safely on an electric/hybrid vehicle
• Module 8 - Be able to use information to carry out the task
• Module 9 - Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
• Module 10 - Be able to carry out repairs on high energy electrical systems
• Module 11 - Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations

This specially tailored course has been meticulously designed to address the specific requirements and demands of local employers. The term "bespoke" aptly describes the customized nature of this educational programme, as it has been intricately crafted to align with the unique needs and expectations of these major industry players. The focus of this course is to equip you with the precise skills and knowledge that employers sought after, ensuring that you are well-prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities within these respected organisations.

Whilst there are no academic entry requirements for the course, applicants MUST be at least aged 19 on or before 31st August 2024 and be living in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region to study this course. You must also be unemployed (or employed with an interest in changing careers to work in the green transport/electric vehicle sector).

You will be invited to an interview to ensure that the bootcamp is the right course for you.

You should also be able to work in the UK and meet our general residency criteria.

How long is this course?

10 weeks

When does this course start?

13/01/2025

How many hours / days per week is this course?

This course will run from 5.30pm - 8.30pm each Monday and Wednesday for 10 weeks.

Fee information

What qualification will I achieve?

On successful completion of the course you will achieve:

• IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement

How is my course assessed?

You will be assessed through:

• Completion of all assessment tasks
• Online exam (via IMI website)