Award in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Operation and Maintenance – Level 2 – January
This VRQ is for those responsible for maintaining hybrid vehicles
Course Summary

Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
Available to those already working and qualified as a Light Vehicle (Car)Technician, this VRQ is for those responsible for maintaining hybrid vehicles and the hybrid system itself. It contains the knowledge and skills required to work safely in and around the vehicle’s hybrid system.
Entry Requirements
You must already be qualified as a Light Vehicle (Car) Technician/Mechanic and have at least three years’ experience since completing an apprenticeship.
What will you learn?
This course includes the following units:
•Electric/Hybrid vehicle system components and operations
•Hazards surrounding Electric/Hybrid vehicles
•How to reduce the risk to yourself and others when working on Electric/Hybrid Vehicles
•Safely preparing the vehicle when carrying out routine maintenance (NOT high voltage components or systems)
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered on-site.
What will you need to bring with you?
You will need stationery and Personal Protective Equipment, including safety boots and overalls.
How will you be assessed?
The theory element of this programme will be delivered during the initial weeks of the course leading to the online exam.
Your practical assessment will take place on completion of the online exam. You will be issued with an individual appointment time for this. You do not need to attend during these later weeks other than for your assessment appointment.
Underpinning knowledge will be assessed via online external tests for all units. Practical activities are assessed in our centre using externally set criteria.
Where next?
Successful completion of this Level 2 programme can lead to the more advanced Level 3 programme.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Course Information for Employers
Information for Employers
Career Information
This course could lead to one of these careers...
Vehicle Technicians, Mechanics and Electricians
£28539
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Course Information Last Updated On: March 31, 2022 4:08 pm