Courses & Accreditations

At S&B Automotive Academy we can provide the complete training package enabling you to become a registered class 4&7 MOT tester. Training will take place at our Academy in Bristol by experienced professionals over the following format. • 6 hours pre-course online Training - this will be sent via email. • 3 Days Training at S&B Academy • 1 Day assessment The assessment day will be either on the Thursday or Friday following the course and this will be allocated on booking on a first come first served basis.

At S&B Automotive Academy we can provide the complete Training package enabling you to become a registered class 1&2 MOT tester. Training will take place at our Academy in Bristol by experienced professionals over the following format. • 6 hours pre-course online Training • 2.5 Days Training at S&B Academy • 1 Day assessment The assessment day will be either on the Wednesday afternoon or Thursday following the training and this will be allocated on booking.

The new Level 3 Award in MOT Test Centre Management has been developed in collaboration with the DVSA to give learners the knowledge and skills required to manage MOT Vehicle Test Centres. This qualification will teach you how to: Develop the legislative and compliance knowledge required to manage an MOT Test Centre Effectively encourage improvements in customer service Develop and supervise staff within a Testing Centre Understand the Centre quality systems and audits

This is a self study online course and assessment to cover the required criteria that all testers must complete and pass an annual assessment between the start of April and the following March each year. To maintain your testing status for the vehicle classes you test, you will be responsible for: Planning and completing your annual training Recording annual training Passing the annual assessment.

This has been developed specifically for the MOT scheme to ensure your VTS is/remains fully compliant, more efficient, and profitable.

The IMI Light Vehicle Inspection route is intended for technicians whose job role involves the inspection, maintenance and repair of light vehicles. There is one level within Light Vehicle Inspection: The technician must be able to work unsupervised – ideally, they should be in full time employment with at least three years experience to ensure they are familiar with the techniques for vehicle servicing, inspection and system(s) diagnosis

This module is to assess the competence of the candidate's knowledge, skill and ability to check the vehicles four wheel alignment / geometry. This will include ensuring that the vehicle is initially set up to the correct specifications and then using industry recognised wheel alignment equipment record the readings obtained from the vehicle and compare them against the vehicle manufacturer data.

This module is to assess the competence of the candidate's knowledge, skill and ability to check the vehicles four wheel alignment / geometry. This will include ensuring that the vehicle is initially set up to the correct specifications and then using industry recognised wheel alignment equipment record the readings obtained from the vehicle and compare them against the vehicle manufacturer data.

The Paint route is intended for technicians whose job role involves the repair of vehicles typically involved in accidents or similar incident circumstances.

IMI Accreditation Panel, formerly ATA, is for technicians whose role involves the repair of vehicles involved in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA), formerly ATA, is intended for individuals whose job role involves estimating repairs to vehicles damaged in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET), formerly ATA, is for technicians whose job role involves the repair of vehicles typically involved in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET), formerly ATA, is for technicians whose job role involves the repair of vehicles typically involved in accidents or similar incidents. The re-accreditation route is for those people renewing their licence and at the booking point you must supply your AT number from your original licence card.

IMI Accreditation Panel, formerly ATA, is for technicians whose role involves the repair of vehicles involved in accidents or similar incidents. The re-accreditation route is for those people renewing their licence and at the booking point you must supply your AT number from your original licence card.

The Paint route is intended for technicians whose job role involves the repair of vehicles typically involved in accidents or similar incident circumstances. The re-accreditation route is for those people renewing their licence and at the booking point you must supply your AT number from your original licence card.

IMI Accreditation Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA), formerly ATA, is intended for individuals whose job role involves estimating repairs to vehicles damaged in accidents or similar incidents. The re-accreditation route is for those people renewing their licence and at the booking point you must supply your AT number from your original licence card.

AOM-009 is a pre-requisite for individuals looking to undertake IMI Accreditation Panel. It is a single certificate accreditation which provides an industry-recognised proof of welding competence. The assessment is a standalone module that can be delivered at an IMI approved centre, or in the workplace (providing the criteria are met).

IMI Accreditation Panel, formerly ATA, is for technicians whose role involves the repair of vehicles involved in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET), formerly ATA, is for technicians whose job role involves the repair of vehicles typically involved in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA), formerly ATA, is intended for individuals whose job role involves estimating repairs to vehicles damaged in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA), formerly ATA, is intended for individuals whose job role involves estimating repairs to vehicles damaged in accidents or similar incidents. The re-accreditation route is for those people renewing their licence and at the booking point you must supply your AT number from your original licence card.

IMI Accreditation Panel, formerly ATA, is for technicians whose role involves the repair of vehicles involved in accidents or similar incidents.

This module is to assess the competence of the knowledge, skills and ability in determining if a technician is able to realign and rectify misalignment of a vehicle/bodyshell.

IMI Accreditation Panel, formerly ATA, is for technicians whose role involves the repair of vehicles involved in accidents or similar incidents. The re-accreditation route is for those people renewing their licence, in addition to the standard re-accreditation we include the "rectify Vehicle Misalignment AOM 032" to ensure BSI compliance compared to the standard offering.

The main objective of this training course is to give you the "hands-on" knowledge and practical skills for your chosen trade, regardless of your current level of ability. This is a uniquely structured blended learning program, delivered by a combination of theory and practical skills acquisition.

AOM-009 is a pre-requisite for individuals looking to undertake IMI Accreditation Panel. It is a single certificate accreditation which provides an industry-recognised proof of welding competence. The assessment is a standalone module that can be delivered at an IMI approved centre, or in the workplace (providing the criteria are met).

IRTE Workshop Accreditation is an independent review of your procedures and practice; it involves an audit by one of SOE's approved auditors. This highlights best practice compliance in areas such as premises, equipment, technical staff, management, clerical staff, documentation, quality and appearance.

The industry standard for PSV technicians. We can run the IRTEC inspection assessment in your workshop so please click 'register interest' below, complete your details and we will be in contact with you to discuss dates and locations.

The industry standard for HGV technicians We can run the IRTEC inspection assessment in your workshop so please click 'register interest' below, complete your details and we will be in contact with you to discuss dates and locations.

The Electric Vehicle route is intended for technicians whose job role involves the inspection maintenance and repair of light vehicles, as well as those involved in accident repair bodyshops (i.e. MET, Panel, Paint, VDA).

The content of this qualification has been designed to give the learners the knowledge and skills required to work safely on Electric/Hybrid vehicles whilst carrying out diagnostic, testing and repair activities. This may include vehicles that may have or had damage to their high energy/electrical system.

The purpose and aim of this qualification is to provide technicians who maintain and repair electric/hybrid vehicles with the knowledge and skills required to work on live high voltage vehicle electrical components and associated systems.

We aim to offer exceptional quality, cost effective Electric Vehicle training that will allow an individual to complete Level 2, 3 and 4 in 5 days.

This award is designed for those people who may encounter electric/hybrid vehicles (all variations) and require safety awareness. It is suitable for non-technical people. It contains the knowledge of the dangers surrounding electric/hybrid vehicles (all variations) and the precautions to avoid potential injury.

This is a Level 3 vocational qualification which provides individuals with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to work on heavy electric/hybrid vehicles including bus and coach.

Online Assessment Resit

Online Assessment

The IMI Accreditation Air Conditioning route is intended for technicians whose job role involves the maintenance and repair or accident repair (MET role or similar) of light vehicles and will have contact with the vehicle Air Conditioning system during their work activities.

This Defra-approved qualification offers a single unit solution that provides experienced automotive Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) technicians with evidence that they meet the minimum F-gas requirement (EC842/2006 and annex EC307/2008).

This re-accreditation includes training followed by an online assessment.

Accreditation provides proof of current competence, in line with both industry standards and legislative requirements, offering recognition for your skills and knowledge. In addition IMI Accreditation provides proof that you are able to work to F-Gas requirements. All IMI Accreditation Air Conditioning levels meet the minimum requirements set out in EC Regulation (EC) No. 307/2008

This course will ensure your staff always project the correct image to your potential customers and clients to make your company stand out from the crowd. It is designed for anyone who has both face to face and telephone contact with customers and is written with both the customer and the organisation in mind to maximise service and customer care.

Our management courses enable candidates to understand the fundamentals of leadership, strategy and motivation in team building. It will equip them with the skills and confidence to develop, influence and lead teams.

This course is designed for those who may encounter hydrogen vehicles (all variations) and require safety awareness. It is suitable for non-technical people such as managers, parts and sales, event staff, vehicle recovery personnel, dismantlers, damage assessors, insurance companies, vehicle hire companies, and hydrogen vehicle drivers. It contains the knowledge of the dangers surrounding hydrogen vehicles (all variations) and the precautions to avoid potential injury.

This course is designed for those who may encounter hydrogen vehicles (all variations) and require safety awareness. It is suitable for non-technical people such as managers, parts and sales, event staff, vehicle recovery personnel, dismantlers, damage assessors, insurance companies, vehicle hire companies, and hydrogen vehicle drivers. It contains the knowledge of the dangers surrounding hydrogen vehicles (all variations) and the precautions to avoid potential injury.

This work-based NVQ is a motor industry qualification that covers activities that relate to bus and coach service maintenance technicians. It assesses the skills and knowledge that technicians working within this area need to perform their job role effectively.

This work-based NVQ is a motor industry qualification that covers activities that relate to bus and coach service maintenance technicians. It assesses the skills and knowledge that technicians working within this area need to perform their job role effectively.

This work-based NVQ is a motor industry qualification that covers activities that relate to bus and coach service maintenance technicians. It assesses the skills and knowledge that technicians working within this area need to perform their job role effectively

This VRQ offers an ideal step to the Vocational Competence Qualification (VCQ) for those who are employed, and wish to continue with their studies, as the knowledge at L3 meets that of the related VCQ.

This course is designed for those who may encounter hydrogen vehicles (all variations) and require safety awareness. It is suitable for non-technical people such as managers, parts and sales, event staff, vehicle recovery personnel, dismantlers, damage assessors, insurance companies, vehicle hire companies, and hydrogen vehicle drivers. It contains the knowledge of the dangers surrounding hydrogen vehicles (all variations) and the precautions to avoid potential injury.

This is a self study online course and assessment to cover the required criteria that all testers must complete and pass an annual assessment between the start of April and the following March each year. To maintain your testing status for the vehicle classes you test, you will be responsible for: Planning and completing your annual training Recording annual training Passing the annual assessment.

This award is designed for those people who may encounter electric/hybrid vehicles (all variations) and require safety awareness. It is suitable for non-technical people. It contains the knowledge of the dangers surrounding electric/hybrid vehicles (all variations) and the precautions to avoid potential injury.

AOM230 is intended for technicians whose job role involves working with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

AOM230 is intended for technicians whose job role involves working with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

IRTE Workshop Accreditation is an independent review of your procedures and practice; it involves an audit by one of SOE's approved auditors. This highlights best practice compliance in areas such as premises, equipment, technical staff, management, clerical staff, documentation, quality and appearance.

This has been developed specifically for the MOT scheme to ensure your VTS is/remains fully compliant, more efficient, and profitable.

AOM230 is intended for technicians whose job role involves working with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

IMI Accreditation Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA), formerly ATA, is intended for individuals whose job role involves estimating repairs to vehicles damaged in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Mechanical Electrical Trim (MET), formerly ATA, is for technicians whose job role involves the repair of vehicles typically involved in accidents or similar incidents.

IMI Accreditation Panel, formerly ATA, is for technicians whose role involves the repair of vehicles involved in accidents or similar incidents.