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The future of cars is changing. Can you take the HEAT?

With new zero emission vehicle registrations rising sharply, the growth of Electric Vehicle offers tremendous opportunities for businesses that are ready to embrace electric.

To be ready, businesses and individuals must invest in the right Electric Vehicle training to ensure their employees have the necessary skills and knowledge to accommodate future demand.

Hybrid Electric Automotive Training (HEAT) at Blackburn College is set to be the north’s leading provider with the latest technology and training equipment for supporting electrical/hybrid teaching and upskilling for motor vehicle professionals.

With predictions showing there will be more than 6.5 million battery/electric vehicles on our roads by 2030, HEAT is dedicated to developing training that meets the demands of future EV technologies.

An Independent Garage Network has been established across Lancashire which supports small businesses to upskill in new technology and hybrid/electric qualifications.

For more information contact: HEAT@blackburn.ac.uk.

Study

  • You will have future proof, world-class training – both new and upskilling opportunities
  • Develop the confidence in this expanding part of the car sector
  • Be able to prove hybrid/electrical competence on vehicles

Businesses must ensure they are ready to handle EVs safely and efficiently, and that employees have the appropriate skills and knowledge.

Browse our courses, delivered by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) that we will soon be delivering at HEAT.

Course Calendar

Course Date, Duration and Price
L4 Award in the Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (QCF) 16th October 2023 - 4 days - £650
L4 Award in the Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (QCF) 18th March 2024 - 4 days - £850
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 18th September 2023 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 13th November 2023 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 15th January 2024 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 11th March 2024 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 15th April 2024 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 13th May 2024 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 3rd June 2024 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement 01st July 2024 - 3 days - £485
IMI Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness 30th June 2023 - 3 hours - £140
IMI Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness 15th September 2023 - 3 hours - £140
IMI Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness 12th January 2024 - 3 hours - £140
IMI Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness 12th April 2024 - 3 hours - £140
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities 28th June 2023 - 2 days - £275
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities 28th September 2023 - 2 days - £275
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities 9th November 2023 - 2 days - £275
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities 25th January 2024 - 2 days - £275
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities 7th March 2024 - 2 days - £275
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Hazard Management for Emergency & Recovery Personnel 5th October 2023 - 2 days - £275
IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Hazard Management for Emergency & Recovery Personnel 9th May 2024- 2 days - £275
IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling 13th September 2023 - 1 day - £195
IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling 20th February 2024 - 1 day - £195
IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling 9th April 2024 - 1 day - £195
IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling 11th June 2024 - 1 day - £195
IMI Level 3 Award in Diagnosing, Rectifying and Recalibrating Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) 9th October 2023 - 2 days - £270
IMI Level 3 Award in Diagnosing, Rectifying and Recalibrating Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) 8th February 2024 - 2 days - £270

Funded by Department of Education as part of The Skills Accelerator Strategic development Fund.