Ready to take your automotive skills to the next level?
SERC’s Professional Development Automotive Courses are designed for practising vehicle maintenance and repair technicians who want to sharpen their expertise and gain recognised qualifications.
Learn directly from industry experts in hands-on workshops. Master diagnostic equipment, interpret real-world data, and build the confidence to work with today’s complex automotive systems.
Level up your career — explore our courses below.
Programmes available
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement
- Ready to work safely and confidently on Electric & Hybrid Vehicles? As more EVs enter workshops across Northern Ireland, the demand for qualified technicians continues to grow.
- Gain the skills and knowledge to: Understand high-voltage vehicle systems, Diagnose faults, Repair and replace EV components, Work safely on electric and hybrid vehicles
- Cost: £328 per person
- Start Date: Range of dates starting in October 2026
- Times: 9am-5pm
- Length: Monday-Wednesday
- Campus: SERC Downpatrick
IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
- Air Conditioning knowledge is no longer optional!
- Modern petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles rely on increasingly sophisticated thermal management and air conditioning systems. Technicians need the skills and certification to service these systems safely and legally.
- This IMI-accredited course covers: R134a & R1234yf refrigerants, Safe handling procedures, Environmental compliance, Modern A/C servicing techniques
- Cost: £319 per person
- Start Date: Range of dates starting in October 2026
- Times: 9am-5pm
- Length: 2 Days
- Campus: SERC Downpatrick
IMI Level 4 Award in the Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components
- Take Your EV Skills to the Next Level!
- Designed for technicians who want to develop advanced diagnostic, testing and repair capabilities on high-voltage vehicle systems.
- This IMI-accredited course covers: Advanced fault diagnosis, High-voltage testing procedures, Repair of EV systems and components
- Cost: £400 per person
- Start Date: Range of dates starting in October 2026
- Times: 9am-5pm
- Course Length: Tuesday-Thursday
- Campus: SERC Downpatrick
Advanced Electric Vehicle Diagnostic & Repair Methods
- Completed your Level 3 & Level 4 EV qualifications? Take your learning beyond the qualification and into the workshop.
- Designed exclusively for technicians with existing EV qualifications.
- This hands-on course focuses on: Advanced fault-finding techniques, Real-world repair scenarios, Practical diagnostic methods, Workshop troubleshooting strategies
- Cost: £340 per person
- Start Date: Range of dates starting in October 2026
- Times: 9am-5pm
- Course Length: Wednesday-Thursday
- Campus: SERC Downpatrick
Who can apply?
These courses are designed for experienced vehicle maintenance and repair technicians. Relevant experience is required to be considered for enrolment.
Secure your place today!
Use the link below to register your interest.
For further information please contact:
Philip Martin, E: pmartin@serc.ac.uk