Course

Level 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness

½ day
Price: £195pp + VAT (Accredited) / £150pp + VAT (Non-accredited)

Give your non-technical staff the confidence to work safely around electric and hybrid vehicles.

Programme Overview

Introduction.

Electric and hybrid vehicles are becoming more common across every part of the motor industry – and it’s not just technicians who need to understand them. This IMI Level 1 Award in EV/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness is designed for non-technical staff who may interact with these vehicles and need to understand the basics to stay safe.

Delivered in just half a day, this course raises awareness of electric vehicle systems, their dangers, and the correct safety procedures. It’s ideal for valeters, parts advisors, aftersales staff, drivers, vehicle assessors and sales teams – and helps businesses meet their duty of care.

Training is delivered by experienced industry professionals at Remit’s Automotive Academies or on your site.

What's Covered

Essential awareness for staff who interact with electric vehicles

Who is this for

Assessment

Qualifications Gained

Give your non-technical staff the confidence to work safely around electric and hybrid vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

For managers and employers considering this training

Who needs this course?

Any staff member interacting with electric/hybrid vehicles – even if they’re not doing repairs.

Just half a day, can be delivered morning or afternoon.

No – both options are available depending on your team’s needs.

 

At Inspiro’s Automotive Academies or onsite for larger groups.

 

It supports your legal duty of care under health and safety regulations.

Group sizes vary – we’ll tailor it to suit your business.

All training, materials, and certification (if accredited).

Courses run weekly nationwide – get in touch for availability.

Protect your team. Protect your customers. Give non-technical staff the EV awareness they need.

Stay compliant

Meet your health and safety responsibilities

Avoid accidents

Help staff recognise EV hazards before it’s too late

Support your EV offering

Confident, informed teams deliver better customer service

Flexible delivery

Onsite or at our academies – your place or ours

Zero downtime

Just half a day – minimal disruption to your operations.

Give your non-technical staff the confidence to work safely around electric and hybrid vehicles.

EVs are everywhere. Is your team ready?

A simple way to raise awareness, reduce risk and support safe working

This half-day course is the fastest way to bring your team up to speed on EV safety. Whether it’s sales, delivery or vehicle prep – they’ll leave with the knowledge to recognise hazards, avoid accidents, and keep your business compliant.

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Let’s get your team EV-aware and safety-ready

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Stay safe around electric vehicles – even if you’re not a mechanic.

Programme Overview

Introduction.

Electric and hybrid vehicles look like any other car – but they can carry serious risks if you don’t know what to look out for. This short, half-day course gives you the knowledge to recognise EV systems, understand the potential dangers, and work around them safely.

It’s designed for anyone who interacts with vehicles as part of their job but doesn’t maintain or repair them – like valeters, sales staff, parts teams, delivery drivers, vehicle damage assessors and dismantlers.

You’ll learn what EVs are, how to spot them, what precautions to take, and how to stay safe when working near them.

What's Covered

Essential awareness for staff who interact with electric vehicles

Who is this for?

Assessment

Qualifications Gained

Stay safe around electric vehicles – even if you’re not a mechanic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before booking

Do I need any experience?

No – this course is for non-technical staff with little or no EV knowledge.

Only if you choose the accredited version – it’s a simple multiple-choice test.

Not at all – the non-accredited version still gives you all the same knowledge.

You’ll be more confident and safe working around EVs – and may even want to do a more advanced course later.

Yes – you don’t need to be part of a company to join.

At Inspiro’s Automotive Academy or at your workplace if you’re part of a group.

Just 3–4 hours – a single morning or afternoon session.

No – this is awareness only. It helps you work around EVs, not maintain them.

Learn to stay safe around EVs If your job involves vehicles, you need to understand the risks of electric and hybrid systems.

Simple and clear

You don’t need any prior knowledge

Stay safe at work

Learn how to spot and avoid EV dangers

Talk to customers with confidence

Understand enough to answer questions and give the right advice

Fits your schedule

Just half a day – online or in person

Accredited or not – it’s up to you

Choose the option that suits your goals

Stay safe around electric vehicles – even if you’re not a mechanic.

Electric vehicles are here to stay. Be ready.

Learn how to recognise, approach and work around EVs safely – no experience required

Whether you’re prepping vehicles, delivering parts or working in sales, this course gives you the awareness you need to stay safe and do your job better.

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Get EV-aware in just one session. Tell us a bit about yourself and we’ll take care of the rest.

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We’ll confirm your place and guide you through next steps.