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Boost Your Workshop with Learning and Development LKQ Academy is the biggest and best automotive training provider in the UK. Offering the widest range of eLearning and practical training to up-skill you and your team.
We provide: ■ Full range of IMI Accreditations for your Workshop
■ Practical training at locations nationwide ■ More training venues than any other provider ■ Online and face to face training on the latest technology ■ All your technical and business needs in one place ■ 24/7 access to a learning and development management system.
Over 5,000 training courses delivered since 2018
All our courses are fully accredited by
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Once you have registered, the next step is to take our skills assessment where you will have access to a comprehensive skills overview to help you understand where and how to develop your skills. Our free skills assessment allows you and technicians to review strengths and weaknesses across 10 key areas. Boost Your Workshop Register with LKQ Academy and get a free Skills Assessment
■ Hybrid & Electric Vehicles ■ Electrics & Diagnostics ■ Aircon & F-Gas ■ Tyre Fitting &TPMS
■ Brakes ■ Steering & Suspension ■ ADAS ■ Powertrain
■ Petrol Engines ■ Diesel Engines
01. Hybrid / EV
Target
Skill
02. Electrics & Diagnostics
10. Diesel Engine
09. Petrol Engine
03. Aircon & F-Gas
04. Tyre Fitting & TPMS
08.Powertrain
05. Brakes
07. ADAS
06. Steering & Suspension
Identify your training opportunities with LKQ Academy. Register today to complete your Skills Assessment for free.
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Boost Your Workshop Don’t just take our word for it…
RATING
COURSE
Andy Savva
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Service Technician Air Con diagnostics
4.9
4.9
Hybrid/EV
4.8
Diagnostic Road to Success
4.7
Bosch
4.7
LUK DSG LUK INA
4.7
4.7
Service Advisor Customer Experience
MOT Tester
“Excellent instructor with a real wealth of valuable knowledge, you can tell he knows his stuff when it comes to MOT testing, he has an engaging teaching style which makes what would have been a very dry subject interesting and engaging. Very happy with the course and
“Course was good, gave me ideas on what I can do to make our business better and make the customer journey more enjoyable.” Workshop Controller “Absolutely phenomenal course. Amazing content and information. Discussions were really informative. Brilliant course for myself as a young business owner.” Diagnostics “Great course delivered brilliantly, plenty of good test procedures to take back to the workshop.” Business Management “I really enjoyed this course. Walking away feeling confident on how to turn my business around. Mike really took the time to explain in detail and made the information easy to understand without feeling overwhelmed. Would recommend highly.”
the way it’s been delivered by Rob!” Hybrid Level 2 & 3
“Provided me with the ability to work on hybrid vehicles safely and confidently.” Diagnostics “The instructor was brilliant and put the course together and across in a way the was easy to understand and had patience if you got stuck” Workshop Controller
“The trainer is great at delivering the courses. Enjoyed everyone I’ve attended. Highly recommend. Really nice and helpful. Presented in a way that can be understood. Thank you!!”
Start your training journey today, go to www.lkqacademy.co.uk Winner Partner of the Year LKQ Euro Car Parts at the IMI ANNUAL DINNER & AWARDS 2023
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Our memberships – The best valu
Our memberships are the best value way to train and make the most of our award win than anyone else, and to top it off - we’ve just won partner of the year by the Institute Even better we’ve added more membership options, so that you can find a membershi Workshop Level Memberships The perfect solution to up-skill your entire workshop • More courses and more training venues than anyone else • No limits to the number of people trained
• Flexibility to change and adapt as your team does • Train your whole team for less than £3 per day • Lunch included on all practical training courses.
Platinum 263990000
Gold 263990060
20 Practical Training days + 20 eLearning courses £208 .25 per month* or £2499
15 Practical Training days + 15 eLearning courses £166 .58 per month* or £1999
Silver 263990070
Bronze 263990080
10 Practical Training days + 10 eLearning courses £124 .92 per month* or £1499
6 Practical Training days + 6 eLearning courses £83 .25 per month* or £999
Direct Debit option also available – spread the cost over 12 months
*Based on a 12 month direct debit
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ue way to train you or your team
nning training offering. We have more training venues than anyone else, more choice e of the Motor Industry. ip that suits you and your workshop the most!
Individual Level Memberships Choose the right membership to up-skill one person in your team • More training venues than anyone else • More courses to choose from than anyone else • Train an individual for less than £2 per day • Lunch included on all practical training courses. Platinum 263990050
Gold 263990010
Unlimited Practical Training days + Unlimited eLearning courses £124 .92 per month* or £1499
Unlimited Practical Training days + 5 eLearning courses £83 .25 per month* or £999
Silver 263990020
Bronze 263990030
5 Practical Training days + 3 eLearning courses £70 .75 per month* or £849
3 Practical Training days + 2 eLearning courses £54 .08 per month* or £649
Direct Debit option also available – spread the cost over 12 months
*Based on a 12 month direct debit
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Boost Your Workshop Service Tech Road to Success
Aimed at Junior Technicians looking to grow knowledge and learn skills
This 7-day programme is aimed at people that love to learn in a practical hands-on workshop environment and are looking to grow their core skills to enhance their ability to service and maintain modern vehicles. On completion of each course, you will be sent an IMI Professional development certificate to record your journey.
Principles of Service Inspection and Maintenance (VHC)- STRTS 1 day
Principles of Around the Wheel - STRTS 2 days
Principles of Braking - STRTS 1 day
Principles of Electrics - STRTS 2 days
Principles of Diagnostics - STRTS 1 day £ 199 .00 1 Day Courses PER CANDIDATE Lunch included
£ 299 .00 2 Day Courses PER CANDIDATE Lunch included
Included in our training memberships
Included in our training memberships
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Boost Your Workshop Service Tech Road to Success What this course covers ■ Principle of Service and Maintenance - 1 day o This course is aimed at helping technicians carry out quality vehicles health checks and stay up to date with the best practices when it comes to servicing and maintaining vehicles. ■ Principles of Around theWheel, Steering Geometry &Wheel Alignment – 2 days o This is the 2nd course in the programme and focuses on everything around the wheel from replacing basic parts to understanding the consequences of alignment and the impacts it has on vehicle and the end user. With 30% of all MOT fails coming from around the wheel this is an essential course for any technician in a modern workshop ■ Principles of Braking – 1 day o This is course number 3 in the programme designed to give the technician a hands-on approach to learning all about brakes and braking systems. On this course you will be shown the required skills., techniques and best practice to successfully diagnosis and repair braking faults and replacing braking components. ■ Principles of Electrics & Electrical Testing – 2 days o This is course 4 in the programme and designed to give a technician a first look into electrical fault finding. On this course you will learn the principles of electrics and how electrics are used in a modern vehicle. This course is your first step into becoming a diagnostic technician enabling you to understand faults and increase your ability to first time fix. ■ Principles of Diagnostics – 1 day o This is course number 5 in this programme and leads on nicely from the skilled acquired in the electrics course. This diagnostics course is a hands approach to your first exposure to fault finding using a diagnostic tool and gaining the knowledge to understand what the data is truly telling you. Skills in the field of diagnostics can reduce lost hours and incorrect part ordering. Computing power is a modern vehicle is growing by the day and your ability to guide a diagnostic tool to talk to the CPU has never been more key.
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Boost Your Workshop Diagnostic Road to Success Aimed at Technicians looking to enhance the skills they have and learn new ones Today’s vehicles are complex machines, loaded with sophisticated technology and designed to make driving them effortless and trouble-free.
Being able to diagnose faults can often be challenging so using the most suitable tools within a process will save time and ensure accurate diagnosis. This 13-day Diagnostic Tech programme supports budding technicians take that next step in their career and become a qualified diagnostic technician.
Communication Networks - Can Bus - DRTS 1 day
Essential Electrics - DRTS 2 day
Advanced Braking - DRTS 1 day
(Battery) Smart Charging & Stop Start - DRTS 1 day
Diesel Engine Management Systems - DRTS 2 day
Multimeter & Oscilloscopes - DRTS 1 day
Chassis Control Systems and Four-Wheel Alignment - DRTS 2 day
Petrol Engine Management Systems - DRTS 2 day
Diagnostic Test Procedures - DRTS 2 day
ADAS Technology & Theory - DRTS 1 day
Emission Control Systems - DRTS 2 day
£ 199 .00 1 Day Courses PER CANDIDATE
£ 299 .00 2 Day Courses PER CANDIDATE
Included in our training memberships
Included in our training memberships
Lunch included
Lunch included
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Boost Your Workshop Diagnostic Road to Success
What this course covers
■ Essential Electrics - DRTS - 2 Day o This is the 1st course of the diagnostic road to success, on this course you will enhance your electrical knowledge, control methods and introduction into high voltage systems. ■ Multimeter &Oscilloscopes - DRTS – 1 Day o This is course number 2 of the programme and covers the fundamental skills of using a multimeter and an Oscilloscope to ensure diagnostic accuracy. The course will take you from the basic concept through testing circuits leading to sensors and actuators and multiplex networks and fault finding ■ Chassis Control Systems, Steering Geometry & 4 Wheel Alignment 2 day o This is course number 3 of the programme and is a vital course as more and more vehicles have sophisticated safety features that rely on the vehicle set up correctly. With 30% of all MOT fails come from around the wheel enhancing your skills in this wheel alignment will improve productivity and overall 1st time fix ■ ADAS Technology & Theory - DRTS - 1 Day o This is course number 4 in the programme and is designed to give you the skills and knowledge to identify vehicles that have an ADAS system and how this new technology will impact your workshop and the end user ■ Advanced Braking - DRTS - 1 Day o This is course number 5 and is often a subject that is neglected when it comes to training, yet these systems have developed dramatically over the years with the increase of ADAS systems, electronic parking brakes and TMPS. This is also an area of workshop that can cause a large number of returns due to poor fitment, this can have an impact on both customer satisfaction and first time fixes. ■ Diesel Engine Management Systems - 2 Day o This is course 6 of the diagnostic programme, diesel engines and their systems cause workshops the most issues with over 35% of calls that come into our technical helpline being diesel related. On this course you will cover and learn new skills in low and high- pressure systems, injectors, induction and fault finding leading nicely into emission control . This is a must have course of any technician
■ Diesel Systems Emission Control - DRTS- 2 Day o This is course number 7
and follows on from the diesel engine management course. Workshops are seeing more and
more diagnostic issues around Add Blue, NOx and blocked DPFs which is reducing productivity and 1st time fixes. This course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge required to work on these systems and repair the faults. ■ Petrol Engine Management Systems – DRTS - 2 Day o This is course number 8 and covers petrol and direct injection systems and moves through to ignition, induction and emission systems. With the decline in diesel and increase of petrol vehicles on the UK roads knowledge in these areas will serve any technician well for years to come ■ Communication Networks - Can Bus – 1 day o This is course number 9 on the programme. This course is vital to any diagnostic technician due to the increasing number of ECU’s in a modern vehicle. This course will give you a strong understanding on networking and topology looking at CAN resistance and voltage. ■ Smart Charging & Stop Start - DRTS - 1 Day o This is course number 10 on the programme. Battery testing and replacement is a massive growth area in any modern workshop with 40% of all breakdowns being battery related. There has been a large reduction in DIY battery replacement due to coding required on most start stop batteries, understanding how batteries work and having the ability to articulate this to the end user will help reduce battery failures for your customer in the future ■ Diagnostic Test Procedures Inc Oscilloscope -2 Day o This is the final course of the programme and brings together all the skills learned in the course leading up to this final course. Over these two days you will learn how to fault find using a diagnostic tool and truly be able to interpret information the tool is providing you and where to look next before recommending parts to be replaced.
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Bosch Training Programmes Accredited by the IMI, each training module gives the technician an industry-recognised qualification while building knowledge and working towards the end goal of a final IMI Assessment. Bosch Diagnostic Technician Programme Boost Your Workshop
CS
Commercial Skills
VSB
Body Systems
VSC
Chassis Systems
VSD
Diesel Systems
VSE
Electrical Systems
VSG
Gasoline Systems
VSH
Hybrid & Electric
VSTD
Tech Diagnostic
*(not included in memberships)
VSE 1 Essential Test Procedures 2 day
CS 1 Customer Care 2 days
Complimentary 3 Year IMI Membership &
Professional Registration
VSB 26 Automotive Air Conditioning Systems Diagnosis 2 days
VSTD 9 Oscilloscope Operation & Signal Test Method 2 days VSTD 52 Engine Operation & Measuring of Components 1 day VSG 18 Engine Management: Diagnosis of Systems & Components 2 days
VSB 8 Airbag &
Supplementary Safety Systems 2 days
VSC 6 Braking & Chassis Systems, ABS & ESP 2 days
VSH 267 Hybrid & Electrical Vehicle Systems 3 days
VSC 28 Steering Geometry & Four Wheel Alignment 1 day VSB 40 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Diagnosis 1 day
VSD 12 Essential Diesel Knowledge 2 days
VSG 11 Gasoline Direct Injection System Diagnosis 2 days
VSD 15 Common Rail System Diagnosis 2 days
IMI Accreditation Assessment* 1 day
Courses can be selected as part of our memberships
Accredited training 25 days of training + 1 day IMI Accredited Assessment
Lunch included
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Bosch Training Programmes Boost Your Workshop
The Bosch Master Technician Programme epitomises the uppermost echelon in Bosch automotive technical training. Content of these courses is at a premium level and we thoroughly recommend attendance of the Bosch Diagnostic Technician Programme, prior to undertaking these modules. Bosch Master Technician Programme
DIAGNOSTIC TECHNICIAN PROGRAMME
VSB
Body Systems
VSC
Chassis Systems
VSD
Diesel Systems
VSE
Electrical Systems
VSB10 Vehicle Networking Systems 2 days
VSG
Gasoline Systems
VSB47 ADAS Advanced System Diagnosis 2 days
VSH
Hybrid & Electric
VSTD
Tech Diagnostic
VSE7 Automotive Electronics – Vehicle Sensors & Components 3 days VSE11 Automotive Electronics Advanced – ECU Control & Microelectronics 3 days
VSB53 Body Control Systems, & Climate Control 2 days
VSC13 Braking & Chassis
Systems Advanced 2 days
VSG14 Engine Management Advanced 2 days
VSTD54 Control Unit Programming using KTS 2 days
VSE55 Battery Management Smart Charge & 48V Systems 2 days
VSG17 Gasoline Emissions Analysis 2 days VSD23 Diesel Emissions Analysis 2 days
IMI Master Tech Bosch PRC Master Tech Bosch Master Tech Plus
*(not included in memberships)
VSH28 Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems 2 Days + ½ Day
IMI Accreditation Assessment* 1 day
Courses can be selected as part of our memberships
Accredited training Three options for training + 1 day IMI Accredited Assessment
Lunch included
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Boost Your Workshop Electric & Hybrid Vehicles Why your workshop should be EV ready An aging, but ever changing vehicle car parc.
Statistics from the SMMT show that used car market is starting to grow again after several years in decline. Great news for independent workshops, as this growth will ultimately see more vehicles into your workshops. However, are you ready for the change in vehicle type is the question? With more EV and Hybrid vehicles changing hands in the used car market, is your workshop equipped to take advantage of this increasing trend?
BEV sales in the aftermarket continue to increase, and from a small base they are up over 400% (380 vehicles in Q1) This trend is set increase throughout 2023 and beyond.
ROI used car market grows 7.2% in Q1 2023 after three successive quarters of decline.
Best start to a year since 2020, but market remains below pre-pandemic levels.
The make up of the car parc continues to change, in 2019, 90% of all new cars sold were either petrol or diesel. In 2022, this was less than half (47%). Which means, cars with an EV element have increased 43 percentage points since 2019
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Hybrid and electric vehicle sales are rising fast Hybrid Level 2/3 and 4 Boost Your Workshop Don’t get left behind when it comes to servicing and repairing hybrid and electric vehicles (EV). With government plans to cut emissions by stopping the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 and multiple car manufacturers such as Volvo and Ford committing to a 100% electric range by 2035, the change is inevitable. There is no doubt that hybrid and EV’s will become the vehicle of choice over the coming years and beyond.
8 2% of technicians in the UK are not trained to work on Hybrid and EV’s.
Britain’s switch to EV’s continues to gather pace, with a record one in five new car registrations now plug-ins*.
Level 2 & 3 IMI Award In Electric/Hybrid 263773020 ■ Routine maintenance activities, vehicle system repair and replacement. Two day course LEVEL 2 & 3 = 14 IMI CREDITS £ 549 .00
Level 4 IMI Award In Electric/Hybrid 263773040 ■ The diagnosis, testing and repair of electric/hybrid vehicles and components.
Included in our training memberships
Included in our training memberships
PER CANDIDATE
PER CANDIDATE
£ 549 .00 Two day course LEVEL 4 = 14 IMI CREDITS
Lunch included
Lunch included
Enhance your EV skills with our Level 4 Add-on courses
Electric Vehicle HV Battery Analysis, Diagnosis & Repair 263776990 ■ Completion of Level 4 IMI Award In Electric/Hybrid required
Electric Vehicle HV System Problem Solving, Analysis, Diagnosis & Repair 263776890 ■ Completion of Level 4 IMI Award In Electric/Hybrid required
Included in our training memberships
Included in our training memberships
PER CANDIDATE
PER CANDIDATE
£ 495 .00 Two day course LEVEL 4 = 14 IMI CREDITS
£ 495 .00 Two day course LEVEL 4 = 14 IMI CREDITS
Lunch included
Lunch included
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Boost Your Workshop Becoming an EV Workshop Getting you, your staff and your workshop Electric Vehicle ready ElectrifyYour Expertise! Becoming an EVWorkshop Business Not only have we got the right technical courses to get you and your staff EV ready – your workshop can now take it’s first steps into the future of automotive and unleash the power of electric vehicles with the launch of the 2 day becoming an EV workshop business course in partnership with our partners at T10 Automotive.
This new course will put you and your workshop on the road to success and starts with embracing electric vehicles – you’ll dive deep into the world of EVs and unlock a world of opportunities for your garage. During this course we’ll cover topics such as:
■ Discover Financial Objectives: Learn how embracing electric vehicles can sky-rocket your revenue and enhance your bottom line. From increased service demand to tapping into government incentives, we’ll show you how to drive your profits forward ■ Embrace Customer Objectives: Understand the evolving needs and expectations of today’s environmentally conscious clientele. Learn to offer exceptional EV services, build trust, and create customer loyalty that drives repeat business ■ Ignite Internal Objectives: Foster a culture of innovation within your garage. Equip your team with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the fast- paced world of EV maintenance and repair. Boost employee morale and create a high-performance work environment
■ Experience Learning Outcomes: Offer strategies for promoting and growing an EV specialist business, ensuring you stand out as a leader in the electrified automotive landscape. From targeted marketing campaigns that highlight your expertise in EV maintenance and repair to establishing strategic partnerships with charging station providers, we’ll guide you through proven tactics to expand your customer base and enhance your reputation.
£ 299 .00 PER CANDIDATE Lunch included
Included in our training memberships
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Tech for Non-Tech Hybrid/EV’s Explained Overview
With EV’s becoming more and more common in the vehicle park, the technology and terminology has changed, there is a lack of understanding for both non technical Staff and Customers. With confidence, would you like to engage, support, and reassure your customers by having the knowledge and confidence to understand how EV’s work and can be used. How best to charge your EV, what the best option, Plug-in, Hybrid, or full EV? All of the questions and more will be addressed in our new ‘EV Explained’ 1 day course for ‘Front of House’ customer facing staff .
This will include the following:
Target Audience:
■ Vehicle Types ■ Vehicle drive formats ■ Electricity explained ■ Battery Technology ■ Legislation ■ What is Regenerative Braking/Self-Charging?
■ Service Advisors ■ Part Advisors ■ Sale Staff ■ Front of House Staff ■ Department Management ■ Anyone that encounters a customer face to face or by telephone
■ Charging Methods &Ways to Charge ■ Customer Relationship Management
Learning outcomes:
■ On completion of this course you will be able to qualify your customers, understand the different types of Electrically propelled vehicles, their platforms, features and benefits. How they work, the terminology used for Hybrid/EV’s and be aware of the risks of Hybrid/EV’s. What is the best way to look after a Hybrid/EV, the best driving style, the types of chargers and the different charge methods. This will enable you to be more confident in the world of Hybrid/EV’s and to give your customers the reassurance they are talking to and dealing with the right people/business.
£ 299 .00 PER CANDIDATE Lunch included
Included in our training memberships
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More and more vehicles now have air conditioning and climate control as standard, with this viewed as an important comfort system by vehicle owners We offer a number of courses varying from basic principles of air conditioning systems, through to refrigerant handling (F-Gas) training ensuring you stay qualified and able to work with R134A ‘old gas’. Cooling & Climate Systems - Understanding Vehicle Air Conditioning 263778940 Air Conditioning Boost Your Workshop
Course content: ■ Systems overview (block valve, orifice, CO 2 , etc.) ■ System run-through (block valve) ■ System diagnostic through temperature ■ Component run-through (light) ■ Oil overview ■ UV dye overview ■ Refrigerant overview ■ Flushing overview ■ Tooling appropriate for this level.
■ Systems run-through of block valve, orifice & dual AC system ■ Diagnostics through pressure and temperature ■ In-depth component training ■ System controls including sensors ■ Practical training ■ Tooling appropriate for this level.
£ 199 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Included in our training memberships
Lunch included
L3 Refrigerant Handling VRQ (F-Gas) 263771230
This course has been specifically designed to provide the knowledge, training and qualification necessary to satisfy EU legislation in the mobile air conditioning market.
■ Introduction to Automotive Air Conditioning ■ Basic heat processes ■ Pressure and temperature relationships ■ The refrigeration cycle and system ■ Refrigerant Flushing ■ Plus more
£ 249 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Lunch included
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Boost Your Workshop
Advanced Driver Assistance Programmes (ADAS) There are approximately 4.5 million Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) enabled vehicles in the UK, according to Thatcham Research. Calibration is required whenever a sensor’s aim is disturbed in any way. This can occur because of collision or in a bodyshop due to a windshield replacement, suspension repair or wheel alignment. All repairers should follow the UK Insurance Industry Requirements (IIR) for the safe repair of ADAS equipped vehicles. This is a 2 day course that covers the training and accreditation to be a qualified ADAS technician. As of 2016, new vehicles require a minimum of two ADAS systems fitted to qualify for a 5-Star NCAP Safety Rating. This course covers operation and calibration using a CSC- Tool, a comprehensive multi-brand bodyshop tool for calibrating camera and radar-based Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS). Course description
Course content day 1 ■ Understanding ADAS and ADAS Sensors ■ Relationship To Vehicle Alignment and ADAS ■ Effects of Incorrect Calibration ■ Effects on Other Related Systems ■ When a Calibration Should Take Place ■ HowTo Perform a Dynamic Calibrations ■ HowTo Perform a Static Calibration ■ Post Calibration
This IMI Accreditation is designed to ensure that the technician has the ability to calibrate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). It demonstrates the technician’s ability to identify and correctly interpret information relating to a specific vehicle and its ADAS features to determine which method of calibration is required. Course content day 2 ■ Safe working practices and H&S guidelines ■ Technical information sources ■ Types of ADAS diagnostic equipment ■ Relevant tools and equipment for calibration ■ The calibration environment, targets, lighting and radar boards ■ Types of sensors and their functions. Optical, Radar, Lidar and Ultra-sonic
£599 .00 PER CANDIDATE FROM
This course is held in: English Course level: Professional Course duration: 2 Days.
Lunch included
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■ More venues than any other provider ■ Find a course local to you. Become a MOT Tester Boost Your Workshop
MOT Tester IMI Level 2 263771650
(Classes 4 & 7) This qualification is for individuals who want, or need to become MOT testers. To be eligible to undertake this qualification in order to be an MOT Tester, a learner must:
■ Have a current and full UK driving licence for the vehicle classes they want to test ■ Be a skilled mechanic with at least 4 years full-time employment in the service and repair of the vehicle types to be tested (apprentices who have been employed for 4 years are eligible) ■ Have no unspent convictions for criminal offences connected with the MOT testing scheme, the motor trade, or involving acts of violence / intimidation ■ To become a nominated tester (NT) for class 3, 4, 5 or 7 vehicles candidates must also have an ‘appropriate’ qualification. If you don't have the appropriate qualification to undertake the tester qualification we can provide this for you. Ask our experts by calling the number below. Course goals and objectives The content of the qualification includes: ■ Working safely within a vehicle test centre ■ Communicating with colleagues and customers ■ How to manage and maintain their CPD ■ Carrying out pre-test checks ■ Carrying out an MOT test.
PER CANDIDATE FROM £899 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Lunch included
Level 3 Accreditation
MOT Manager
£599 PER CANDIDATE FROM
£599 PER CANDIDATE FROM
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Lunch included
Lunch included
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Boost Your Workshop
MOT CPD Courses
MOT season starts 1st April and ends 31st March. Complete your CPD assessment within this window - don’t leave until the last minute
Why do I need my MOT CPD? This is compulsory training in order to retain your MOT tester status.
Over 1,000 MOT testers are removed from the register by the DVSA every year for not completing their CPD on time.
This means they are unable to conduct any MOT testing until they have completed the outstanding CPD and been re-observed off by the DVSA, which can take months.
This year the annual CPD requires 3 hours of online learning and the normal exam with a required pass mark of 80%
LIGHT VEHICLE CPD 263002070
LIGHT VEHICLE CPD 263002080
ONLINE ASSESSMENT ONLY 2023/2024
ONLINE TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT 2023/2024
PER CANDIDATE £29 .00 FROM
£54 .00 PER CANDIDATE FROM
LIGHT VEHICLE CPD 26300207C
LIGHT VEHICLE CPD 26300207R
CLASSROOM BASED TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT 2023/2024
ROUTINE REFRESHER CLASSROOM BASED TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT 2023/2024 A comprehensive course including a full MOT Tester Routine Demonstration.
£ 129 .00 PER CANDIDATE FROM
£199 .00 PER CANDIDATE FROM
Don’t forget you can complete your CPD any time from 1st April until 31st March
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Boost Your Workshop LUK & Essential Training
LUK Dry Double Clutch (DSG) Repair Solutions & Transmission Technology 263776650
The aim of the course is to gain a full understanding of all present-day clutch systems, release systems and dual mass flywheels. Course content
■ Schaeffler company introduction ■ Manufacturing trends & challenges ■ The purposes of a clutch ■ Clutch types, construction & operation ■ Self-adjusting clutches, construction & operation ■ Release systems
■ Concentric slave cylinders ■ Clutch failure diagnosis and best practice ■ Dual mass flywheels, why they are fitted, construction & operation ■ Dual mass flywheel testing & failure diagnosis ■ How dry double clutch technology works ■ Development history.
Lunch included £ 349 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Included in our training memberships
Accreditation
INA Timing Drive Technology Workshop 263776660
A full overview of belting systems in the modern vehicle and how all the components are designed to work in harmony. Course content
■ Schaeffler company introduction ■ Let’s talk Torque ■ Manufacturing trends & challenges ■ Belting developments ■ The most common misconceptions and fitting errors
■ INA front end auxiliary drive systems & components including pulley decoupler ■ INA timing drive all associated components and typical set up procedures ■ INA cooling systems, switchable, electric pumps & thermal management systems.
Lunch included £ 249 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Included in our training memberships
Accreditation
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Boost Your Workshop 2 Day | Essential Training
ZF Automatic Transmission 263776680
Course description This course is aimed at garage technicians / mechanics for Car and Light Commercial Vehicles applications. The course covers the key aspects of automatic transmission operation and covers servicing requirements for ZF Automatic transmissions. Course content: ■ Automatic transmission design and operation ■ Lubrication requirements ■ Correct oil change processes for the 6 speed, 8 speed and 9 speed transmissions ■ The correct removal and refitting procedure for the mechatronic ■ Testing transmission oil for glycol contamination ■ A look at future technology
Course goals and objectives On completion of the course the candidate will have knowledge of how an automatic transmission operates, including torque converter operation and parts identification. ■ An understanding of ZF automatic transmission lubrication requirements and the effects of using the incorrect lubricants ■ Knowledge of the correct process for oil changes ■ The correct removal and refitting procedure for the mechatronic.
Lunch included £ 249 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Included in our training memberships
Accreditation
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Introduction to Car Tyre Fitting 263776650 Course Information & Summary This training module is for technicians who are starting their role as a tyre technician in a retail garage / fast fit environment.
The module deals with an introduction to car tyre basics including tyre functions, sidewall markings, construction and manufacture, tyre law and tyre / vehicle technology. The module also includes instruction and a practical assessment (where possible) on safe working on vehicles (jacking / wheel removal etc), fitting and repairing car tyres.
Who is it for:
Course Content:
■ Tyre technicians / apprentices who are either new to the tyre industry or who simply wish to refresh their tyre knowledge.
■ Tyre History ■ Tyre Functions ■ Tyre Sidewall markings ■ Tyre Law ■ Construction & Manufacturing ■ Tyre Labelling ■ TPMS Overview
Benefit to Company:
■ Increase / Refresh delegates knowledge of tyres ■ Training certificate from an industry recognised organisation ■ Training on tyre fitting away from the pressures of the work environment ■ Staff development
■ Tyre Fitting ■ Tyre Repairs
Lunch included £ 199 .00 PER CANDIDATE
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Advanced Car Tyre Fitting, Sales Techniques and TPMS 263779310 Course Information & Summary This training module is for technicians who have completed the level 2 module or are already experienced working in the tyre industry but may never have attended any specific tyre training courses. The module includes a brief recap of level 2 module content plus an insight into the more advanced tyre information such as runflat tyres, tyres for Electric Vehicles, TPMS programming, ADAS etc. The module also includes instruction and a practical assessment (where possible) on TPMS programming and vehicle alignment (where equipment allows).
■ Tyre technicians who are currently working in the tyre fitting industry and are looking to expand knowledge of the more technical aspects of the role. Who is it for: ■ Increase / Refresh delegates knowledge of tyres ■ Awareness of new tyre technology (EV tyres etc.) ■ Training certificate from an industry recognised organisation ■ Training on tyre fitting away from the pressures of the work environment ■ Staff development Benefit to Company:
Course Content:
■ Level 2 course recap / refresh ■ New technology (silent tyres / EV tyres etc) ■ ADAS explanation ■ Runflat tyre technology ■ TPMS fitting ■ TPMS Programming ■ Tyre Fitting including runflat ■ Tyre Repairs ■ Alignment (where possible)
Lunch included £ 199 .00 PER CANDIDATE
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Boost Your Workshop Technical Helpline Got a technical question? Unsure about how to repair a fault?
Over half a million fault
resolutions at your fingertips
What do you get access to? ■ ■ Repair manuals ■ ■ Circuit diagrams ■ ■ Parts catalogues ■ ■ Component locations ■ ■ Real OEM portals ■ ■ Diagnostic assistance ■ ■ Technical information ■ ■ General troubleshooting and repairs ■ ■ Master technicians at the end of the phone 1 MONTH TRIAL FREE
12 month subscription from only £99 per month
The LKQ Academy provides its members with fast, easy access to the technical information and training they need to stay at the forefront of technology and give them a competitive edge in the marketplace. Or, more simply, we put a team of master technicians in your workshop, whenever you need them.
The LKQ Academy Helpline is an online diagnostic database and reference library that gives you access to over half a million technical queries resolved over the last 10 years.
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Boost Your Workshop Technical Helpline Top enquiries by vehicle system in 2023
Diesel Engine
34.27%
Petrol Engine
15.86%
Electricity
13.75%
Comfort
11.42%
Transmission
7.85%
Diesel Engine 34.27%
Brakes
4.87%
Electricity 13.75%
Security
3.86%
Body
1.88%
Suspension
1.85%
Steering
1.74%
Petrol Engine 15.86%
Various
1.73%
100% Electric Engine
0.33%
Programmings & Resets
0.30%
Service Plan
0.27%
Hydrogen Engine
0.03%
Top enquiries by vehicle model in 2023
Ford Transit V363
8.25%
Polo V
4.21%
Range Rover Evoque
8.25%
Mercedes Class C
4.21%
VWGolf VII
7.14%
Ford Transit Custom V362
3.73%
Ford Focus III
6.75%
BMW 1 Series
3.73%
Nissan Qashqai II SUV
6.35%
Peugeot 208 I
3.65%
Ford Ranger
5.63%
Jaguar XF I
3.57%
Discovery Sport
5.63%
Fiat 500 (312)
3.57%
Ford Fiesta VI
5.48%
Vauxhall Vivaro
3.49%
Ford Transit
5.08%
Citroen C4 Picasso II
3.49%
Discovery IV
4.44%
Range Rover Sport II
3.33%
Transit V363 (Illustration purposes only)
Range Rover Evoque (Illustration purposes only)
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Boost Your Workshop Running a successful workshop business involves much more than just staying up to date with the latest ADAS or MOT courses. Whilst they’re critically important it is just as wise to invest in training to improve the financial, marketing and customer focused sides of your business. Luckily, we have a number of courses available that offer just that. Garage Services About Andy – The Garage Inspector Andy has a true passion is supporting the aftermarket to ensure they stay competitive and profitable at the same time. His unique set of courses held over 4 days have glowing reviews that you can see by visiting www.thegarageinspector.com/testimonials or view the hundreds of comments Andy gets on his videos and posts online. The courses Andy delivers have been developed over the last four years, as it became more apparent that many garage businesses were good are repairing vehicles but just lacked general business skills. These are intended to bridge the gap and are aimed at owner/managers, service managers, service reception/advisors, and technicians. This 4 day programme is broken down into two, 2 day courses and is not only New for 2024 Virtual classroom courses
aimed at business owners but anyone in your business that you feel giving them the ability to understand all aspects of the garage will support you and take your business to the next level.
Andy Savva - Customer Excellence and Front of House Essentials
Included in our training packages
£ 976 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Lunch included
Andy Savva - Financial Understanding and Marketing Essentials
“I can assure everyone they will not be disappointed with the content and delivery of these courses” Andy Savva
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£ 976 .00 PER CANDIDATE
Lunch included
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Garage Services HowThe Garage Inspector can help you and your garage
Whether you’re interested in filling up your service bays with your ideal customers, implementing proven systems that will make your business far more productive, building a team of superstar advisors and technicians, or understanding exactly where your numbers need to be, Andy will help you reach your goals. Better yet, he will do so in a way that has a positive impact on your employees, your customers, your community, and our industry. Andy provides a comprehensive range of automotive industry-orientated training programmes focused on the improvement of people and processes within your business. Andy covers a number of well-established management tools and skills for the independent aftermarket and retail sector to enhance service and business performance. As an automotive expert, Andy has years of both practical and academic knowledge, and experience, coupled with an unrivalled passion for the automotive aftermarket sector. This allows Andy to truly understand the client’s needs to deliver successful assignment completion and developing new business out of that success.
Don’t just take our word for it Ally Tom
Barry
“Superb couple of days with you Andy Savva. Witty, insightful and passionate as always about our trade. Thank you so much for all you do for us, you’re a top man!!”
“Great training. Without doubt the best training I’ve ever been on. Priceless experience, thank you Andy. ”
“Haven known Andy for a few years now but never attended any of his training I feel I gotta say shame on me!! I should’ve been on this years ago so helpful. I could’ve been further along on our journey at Lawson AutoTech . So much information. Don’t delay like I did get yourself onto his next event. ”
Rachael
Tom
Stevie
“We attended the Financial Understanding and Marketing Essentials course and it was a real eye opener! Andy explained things very well and helped us understand what we need to do to improve our own business. Looking forward to any future courses we can arrange! Thank you again for all your help.”
“Just attended the two day financial and marketing course in Nottingham. One of the greatest courses I have ever been on would recommend to any garage owners to get booked on. The quality of the content and the delivery were impeccable. Andy delivered a great course with passion and enthusiasm second to none. Can’t wait for the next one. Truly inspiring keep up the good work.”
“Thank you very much for the last 2 days Sir. I think the most valuable business course I’ve ever attended, without a doubt.”
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Boost Your Workshop BusinessManagement - RoadToSuccess
Course description
Delivered by T10 Automotive, this transformative two-day course is tailored for business owners and leaders in the automotive industry. This course is a gateway to mastering the dynamics of a rapidly evolving market, marrying cutting-edge technology with evolving consumer behaviours. The expertly designed program aims not just to equip you with adaptive strategies but to ensure your business stands out as a leader, driving sustained growth and profitability in the challenging automotive landscape.
Course Objectives:
Benefits for Attendees:
■ Day 1: Re-imagining and ReinventingYour Business Model Cultivating an Exceptional Brand Culture • Immerse in strategies to build a resonant brand culture, aligning your team’s vision and values with business objectives. Strategically PromotingYour Brand • Learn innovative marketing and brand promotion techniques that resonate in the digital age. understanding how to integrate them into your business model for enhanced customer engagement. UnderstandingYour People, Products, and Place • Delve into the core elements of your business – your team, your offerings, and your operational environment – to optimise performance and customer experience. ■ Day 2: Maximising Financial Performance and Market Positioning Developing Competitive Advantage • Explore ways to carve out a unique competitive edge in the market, leveraging Adapting to Evolving Retail Trends • Navigate the latest retail trends, management tailored for the automotive sector, boosting your financial acumen and decision-making prowess. Targeting and UnderstandingYour Audience • Dive deep into customer analytics and market research techniques to better understand and engage your target audience. your business’s unique strengths. Mastering Financial Intelligence • Gain critical insights into financial
■ This seminar is meticulously crafted to provide participants with a blend of visionary leadership insights and pragmatic, actionable skills. These objectives are carefully chosen to ensure that you can immediately apply your new-found knowledge to propel your automotive business forward. ■ We believe this seminar offers unparalleled value, fostering not only your professional growth but also significantly contributing to the long-term success of your organisation. Join us for this unique opportunity to collaborate, learn, and lead in the automotive industry, shaping the future of your business.
£ 299 .00 PER CANDIDATE Business Management – Road To Success 263775180 - 2 Day
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Boost Your Workshop Business Management - Workshop Controller - BRTS
Course description
Join us for a comprehensive two-day course focused on the demanding role of a Workshop Controller in an automotive dealership or service centre. As a Workshop Controller, your responsibilities include distributing work to Vehicle Technicians, ensuring smooth workshop operations, managing time and resources, and achieving customer satisfaction and business profitability.
Course Objectives:
Benefits for Attendees continued:
■ Efficient Workshop Operations: Develop maximum performance and efficiency, minimising downtime and optimising workshop productivity. ■ Effective Job Management: Plan and manage incoming work, ensuring timely completion to quality standards, accurate documentation, and meeting customer expectations. ■ Profitability Optimization: Focus on job profitability, workshop productivity targets, and effective management of resources to enhance workshop profitability. ■ Team Motivation and Development: Enhance the motivation, competence, and personal development of the workshop team, including succession planning and addressing employee issues. ■ EnhancedWorkshop Performance: Acquire skills and techniques to maximise workshop efficiency and productivity, resulting in improved operations and customer satisfaction. ■ Streamlined Job Management: Learn strategies for effective work planning, time management, and ensuring quality standards, leading to successful outcomes and customer trust. ■ Improved Profitability: Understand key factors impacting job profitability, workshop
■ Leadership and Team Development: Enhance your ability to motivate and develop your workshop team, foster competence growth, and effectively handle employee issues. ■ Industry Best Practices: Gain insights from industry best practices and share experiences with fellow professionals, enabling you to implement strategies to make your business more profitable.
Benefits for Attendees:
£ 299 .00 PER CANDIDATE Business Management -Workshop Controller - BRTS 263779000 - 2 Day
Included in our training memberships
productivity, and resource allocation, optimising profitability for the business.
Lunch included
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