• Full Time
  • Level 3

IMI Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles Level 3

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Subject Area
Automotive
Start date
7 September 2026
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time
Level
3

Course Overview

This course provides grounding on Vehicle Refinishing Operations, to provide a head start in the industry.

… You have completed the Level 2 Accident Repair (Paint Principles) course.

… You have experience in the Vehicle Refinishing industry.

… You want to expand your skills and knowledge.

This course follows on from the Level 2 Accident Repair (Paint Principles) full-time course and focuses on 3 main units:

  • Vehicle Paint Colour Matching
  • Vehicle Top Coat Refinishing Operations
  • Advanced Paint Defects

This course is delivered through a blend of the following:

  • Practical demonstrations
  • Realistic working tasks
  • Lectures to develop foundation knowledge
  • Assignment work

You will be assessed via practical and online assessments, oral and written questions, and upon completion you will achieve:

  • Level 3 Accident Repair (Paint Principles)
  • Appropriate supporting qualifications to broaden your skill set and meet the needs of the industry
  • Skills Activities
  • Maths and English

Employment in the Automotive industry or an Apprenticeship in Vehicle Body Repair.

  • Successful completion of Level 2 Accident Repair (Paint Principles)
  • 4 GCSEs grade D or above, to include Maths, English and Science (or Welsh as a first language)

You will need Personal Protective Equipment, such as boots and overalls, at a cost of approximately £40.00. You will also need to supply your own stationery.

ATA Centre

City of Newport Campus

Course Code
NFDI0281AA
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time

All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.

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