Course overview
Inspection Technician – Large Commercial Vehicle City of Bristol CollegeIrtec is a renewable accreditation scheme that assesses the safety and competence of technicians who maintain and repair vehicles in the commercial vehicle Industry.
You can gain Irtec licence at 5 different career levels which reflect your job role and experience.
Technicians who take the Irtec test are assessed on their theoretical and practical skills and if successful, are awarded an Irtec licence that is valid for 5 years. Once accredited, Irtec technicians agree to abide by the Irtec code of conduct, receive a licence card, certificate and are placed on the Irtec Technicians Directory.
As an additional benefit, Irtec licence holders are eligible to apply for a free Halfords Trade Card.
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For any further enquiries, please email: IRTEC@cityofbristol.ac.uk
Additional information
Who is this course for?
This course is for technicians working in the commercial vehicle sector. You need to be aged 19+ to join the course.
What you'll learn
During this short course, you will work towards gaining an inspection licence. This will show employers that you are qualified to carry out vehicle inspections.
Course entry requirements
The minimum entry requirement is 3 years industrial experience or a Level 3 S/NVQ (or equivalent qualification) plus at least one year’s experience in a relevant industrial environment.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
In order to achieve an irtec licence, you must carry out an underpinning-knowledge test before completing a practical assessment. Both assessments can be carried out at an irtec-approved centre.
Future career and study opportunities
This course can help you progress your career in the sector. For instance, it could help you progress into a management role or become a Senior Technician.
