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 please email us: HEAT@blackburn.ac.uk
| Course | Date, Duration and Price |
|---|---|
| IMI Level 4 Award Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (VRQ) | 12 October 2026 - 4 Days - £650 |
| IMI Level 2 Technical Specialist in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities (Award) | 20 October 2026 - 2 Days - £275 |
| IMI Level 1 Award In Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness | 02 November 2026 - Half Day - £140 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (Award) | 09 November 2026 - 3 Days - £485 |
| IMI Level 4 Award Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (VRQ) | 08 December 2026 - 4 Days - £650 |
| Technical Specialist in Diagnosing, Rectifying and Recalibrating Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Components (Award) | 14 December 2026 - 2 Days - £270 |
| Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Hazard Management for Emergency and Recovery Personnel - IMI - Level 2 Award | 11 January 2027 - 2 Days - £275 |
| IMI Level 2 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities (Award) | 13 January 2027 - 2 Days - £270 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Automotive Refrigerant Handling (EC842-2006) (Award) | 14 January 2027 - 1 Day - £195 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (Award) | 18 January 2027 - 3 Days - £485 |
| IMI Level 4 Award Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (VRQ) | 25 January 2027 - 4 Days - £650 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (Award) | 08 February 2027 - 3 Days - £485 |
| Technical Specialist in Diagnosing, Rectifying and Recalibrating Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Components (Award) | 22 February 2027 - 2 Days - £270 |
| IMI Level 4 Award Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (VRQ) | 08 March 2027 - 4 Days - £650 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (Award) | 15 March 2027 - 3 Days - £485 |
| Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Hazard Management for Emergency and Recovery Personnel - IMI - Level 2 Award | 22 March 2027 - 2 Days - £275 |
| Technical Specialist in Diagnosing, Rectifying and Recalibrating Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Components (Award) | 19 April 2027 - 2 Days - £270 |
| IMI Level 1 Award in Hydrogen Vehicle Awareness | 22 April 2027 - 1 Day - £175 |
| IMI Level 2 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities (Award) | 26 April 2027 - 2 Days - £270 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (Award) | 10 May 2027 - 3 Days - £485 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Automotive Refrigerant Handling (EC842-2006) (Award) | 13 May 2027 - 1 Day - £195 |
| IMI Level 4 Award Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (VRQ) | 17 May 2027 - 4 Days - £650 |
| Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Hazard Management for Emergency and Recovery Personnel - IMI - Level 2 Award | 21 June 2027 - 2 Days - £275 |
| IMI Level 3 Technical Specialist in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle System Repair and Replacement (Award) | 23 June 2027 - 3 Days - £485 |
| IMI Level 1 Award In Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness | 28 June 2027 - Half Day - £140 |
| IMI Level 2 Technical Specialist in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities (Award) | 29 June 2027- 2 Days - £275 |
| Technical Specialist in Diagnosing, Rectifying and Recalibrating Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Components (Award) | 01 July 2027 - 2 Days - £270 |
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- 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.
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