IMI Level 1 Award in Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Awareness – Manchester

Essential EV Safety Training for Manchester’s Independent Garages, Fleet Operators, and Automotive Businesses

Is Your Business Prepared for the EV Transition?

It is essential for garages, fleet operators, and automotive businesses in Manchester to ensure their teams understand EV safety protocols. The IMI Level 1 Award in Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Awareness is a comprehensive 23-part course designed to equip non-technical staff with the knowledge required to work safely around hybrid and electric vehicles. Whether managing a workshop, fleet, or transport service, this course ensures teams are properly trained and compliant with industry standards.

Who is This Course For?

This course is designed for anyone working around EVs in Manchester, including:

Independent garages and workshops looking to prepare staff for the rise in hybrid and EV servicing.
Fleet operators and managers ensuring their teams understand EV safety and charging procedures.
Sales and aftersales personnel who want to support customers with confidence in the growing EV market.
Vehicle recovery and breakdown services that need to handle EVs safely.
Bus and coach companies training drivers and maintenance staff on safe EV operation.
Insurance and vehicle hire companies improving risk assessment and compliance.

No prior technical experience is required. The course is suitable for anyone looking to gain a fundamental understanding of EV safety.

What Will You Learn?

This IMI-accredited 23-part course provides a detailed foundation in hybrid and electric vehicle awareness, covering:

Understanding different types of hybrid and electric vehicles.
Charging plug-in vehicles and understanding charging infrastructure.
Recognizing when an EV is active and the risks involved.
An introduction to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and their role in the future of transport.
Identifying electrocution risks and prevention methods.
Safety procedures for working on hybrids and EVs in the workshop.
The impact of health conditions when working near EVs.
Safe working practices for non-high-voltage trained personnel.
The principles of high-voltage isolation and its importance in EV safety.

Upon completion, learners will not be qualified to repair or maintain EVs but will gain a strong foundational knowledge of the safety requirements for working in environments where they are present.

Why Choose Our Virtual Academy?

Fully online and flexible training that allows participants to learn at their own pace from anywhere in Manchester.
IMI-accredited certification recognized across the automotive industry.
Course content tailored for Manchester’s independent garages, fleet operators, and transport providers.

Course Details

Location: Online, therefore accessible anywhere in Manchester.
Duration: Self-paced, allowing learners to complete training on their schedule.
Certification: IMI Level 1 in Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Awareness/IMI Professional Development Certificate (PDC).
Fee: £399.99/£109.99. Contact us to discuss further.

Further Learning Opportunities

This course provides an entry point for those looking to deepen their EV expertise and wider autotech knowledge. Learners may progress to:

Enrol Today

As Manchester continues its transition to electric vehicles, businesses must stay ahead of the curve. Whether managing a garage, fleet, or transport service, ensuring safety and compliance around EVs is critical.