Introduction
This course, delivered over 2 days, allows delegates to achieve the following qualifications:
Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Awareness
Aimed at those who have an interest in gaining knowledge to work safely within the automotive retail industry and will provide learners with an introduction to the knowledge of safe working practices, the dangers surrounding and the precautions required to avoid potential injury when near an electric/hybrid vehicle
Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Routine Maintenance
Designed for those who may encounter electric hybrid vehicles within a routine maintenance situation. Learners will gain knwledge and skills required to work safely around a vehicle that mayhave had damage to its high energy/electrical system.
Course code
CEHV
Location
Dumfries Campus
Duration
2 days, 0900 – 1630
Price
£350.00
Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements however it is advised that delegates have an interest
Course Content
Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Awareness
- The types of electric/Hybrid Vehicles available
- Hazards associated with motor vehicle high energy electrical systems
- Working safely around electric/hybrid vehicles including charging
Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Routine Maintenance
- Electric/hybrid vehicle system components and operation
- Hazards surrounding electric/hybrid vehicles
- How to reduce the risks to yourself and others when working on electric/hybrid vehicles
- Safely preparing the vehicle when carrying out routine maintenance
- Working Safely on an electric/hybrid vehicle
Assessments
Practical Assessment
online Assessment
Progression
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement
Additional funding information
No One Left Behind Training Allowance
Dumfries and Galloway Local Employability partnership (Funded by the Scottish Government) are proud to be working in partnership with DG College to offer eligible individuals funding to learn new, work-related skills and training.
You can use the money to build the skills you need for a job or get some training to take your career to the next level.
And because it’s not a loan, you don’t have to pay it back.
Check if you are eligible then follow the registration process.
Are you eligible?
You must meet all of the following criteria
- 16 years of age or older
- Resident in Dumfries and Galloway
- Have the right to work and live in the UK.
- Unemployed and looking to get back into work OR in employment and claiming an income-based benefit (i.e Universal Credit)
AND at least one of the following characteristics: (hyperlink to the definitions)
- Parents with a child under the age of 19 (still registered in full time education)
- Armed Forces Veteran
- Asylum Seeker
- Care Experienced
- Caring responsibilities
- Childcare needs
- Criminal Convictions
- Homeless or affected by housing inclusion.
- Long Term health condition/ illness
- No Limited work experience.
- Refugee
- Substance related conditions
- Lack of Transport
If you meet the criteria, you could receive the full cost of your course fee.
Apply for your No One Left Behind Grant
To access support with the fees you must register with DG Works. Just follow the link or use the QR code. If you are already registered, please contact your Employment Key Worker for next steps.
Once you have completed the registration form and your eligibility has been checked someone from DG Works (part of Dumfries and Galloway Council) will contact you to ask you to provide the following evidence:
- Reside in Scotland (e.g. evidence address)
- Working Age (e.g. birth certificate)
- Right to Live & Work in the UK (e.g. evidence of benefits)
https://forms.office.com/e/Qp2EB3McZB
If you have any questions please contact 01387 260035 or email DGEmployability@dumgal.gov.uk
Course Contact Details
Email: shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk
Telephone: 01387 734199