Course description

What will I learn?

If a part of your job as a technician involves the repair of vehicles after road traffic accidents, this Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA), designed by the Institute of the Motoring Industry (IMI) will help you to demonstrate your skills and abilities as a paint technician. You’ll focus on a number of different modules to test your competence and expertise, including priming and flatting techniques, sealing techniques and the application of clear over base (COB). Assessments will also check your skills and knowledge match agreed industry standards on panel surface preparation processes and the colour identification and mixing process. Once you’ve completed the full assessment, you’ll receive a recognised accreditation that lasts for three years. You’ll also get a place on the IMI Professional Register, illustrating your expertise as a paint technician to employers and customers.

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Suitability - Who should attend?

What do I need to know?

You’ll likely have at least three years of experience in the industry, or a sector-relevant qualification, in order to learn the skills needed to pass each module in this assessment.

Outcome / Qualification etc.

Professional or Industry specific qualification

Expenses

The fee for this course is approximate and subject to change. The price includes tuition and materials fees (where applicable), but excludes any exam or registration fees (where applicable). The actual amount you pay may also be affected by your age and personal circumstances. For further details please call us on 444.