EV Technician Training in London: Future-Proof Your Workshop

The automotive industry is in the midst of an electric revolution. As EVs and hybrids become a common sight on the busy streets of London, many workshops are struggling to keep up. For garage owners and technicians across London and the Greater London area, the shortage of qualified EV specialists is a major roadblock, leading to lost revenue and a decline in customer trust.

Without specialised EV training, your London-based workshop may be facing:

• Uncertainty when handling high-voltage systems.
• Inaccurate diagnoses and an inability to repair common EV faults.
• Turning away a growing number of customers with electric vehicles.
• A growing reliance on main dealerships for EV servicing and repairs.

IMI-Accredited EV Training Courses in London

Our Virtual Academy provides industry-recognised, flexible EV technician training for workshops and technicians across London. Our courses are designed to give your team the skills and confidence to safely and effectively diagnose, repair, and maintain the latest generation of electric and hybrid vehicles.

Our comprehensive EV Technician Training Programme includes:

• Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Awareness: Essential for all staff members.
• IMI Level 2 Award in EV Hazard Management: For those working around EVs.
• IMI Level 3 Award in Electric & Hybrid Vehicles: For technicians performing repairs.
• IMI Level 4 Award in Diagnosis, Testing & Repair: For advanced-level master technicians.

Flexible Training for Your London Workshop

We understand that taking time away from a busy garage can be difficult. That’s why we offer blended training options designed to suit the needs of your London-based business:

• • Online Training Modules: Our subscription-based platform features in-depth videos and interactive workbooks, allowing your team to learn the theory at their own pace, without leaving the workshop. At just £29.99/month + VAT per user (with bulk discounts available), it’s a cost-effective solution for upskilling your entire London team.
  • Practical On-Site Training in London: For the crucial hands-on element, we offer IMI Level 3 and Level 4 workshops at our partner training centres in the London area. These courses focus on live diagnostics and real-world scenarios with the latest EV models.

Why Choose Our Virtual Academy for London-Based EV Training?

• Industry Leaders: Our training is approved and used by major vehicle manufacturers and leading dealer networks.
• Expert Content: Our courses are designed by experienced technicians with real-world, hands-on expertise.
• Always Up-to-Date: The curriculum is continuously updated to reflect the latest EV technology and safety regulations.
• Local Focus: We provide targeted training solutions to help independent garages and technicians in London thrive in the EV market.

“Absolutely brilliant training, would highly recommend. I struggle with books and this is explained in small chunks and easily digestible. A worthy investment. ” – Tom Boud

“Our Virtual Academy is a brilliant learning resource. It’s perfect for learning subjects that may be new to you or refreshing knowledge. Because everything’s broken down into ‘bite sized’ videos it means that you can spend, say half an hour and cover a certain subject well. Perfect for quickly going back and refreshing yourself as to how something works or finding a few spare minutes to do some CPD.” – Tim Ellis-Jones

“I recommend Ben and his Our Virtual Academy whole heartedly. My Servicesure client was really impressed and said it really was a big ‘wow’. Ben is first class, a great concept with amazing back up. Thank you.” – Sarah Franklin, Servicesure Sales Manager

“We were wowed by your knowledge, passion, delivery and especially the support provided in all areas that every individual, business, and group bombarded you with. The knowledge you have in the subject matter is nothing short of phenomenal.” – Jim and Dave | The RAC