33 months + 3 months AA
The Level 3 Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician apprenticeship develops skilled, capable technicians with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to diagnose faults, repair damage and restore vehicles to manufacturer standards following a collision. Apprentices build practical expertise across MET operations, component removal and refitting, electrical diagnostics, braking, steering, suspension, transmission, ADAS calibration and high-voltage vehicle systems.
Build understanding of workplace health and safety, tools and equipment, accident procedures and safe working practices within a vehicle repair environment.
Develop practical skills in removing and refitting trim, mechanical and non-structural components, working with airbags and safety systems, completing functional testing and carrying out basic fabrication activities.
Build knowledge of mechanical components, cooling and lubrication systems, vehicle fluids and operational checks, alongside hydraulic braking systems, measurement techniques and manufacturer braking procedures.
Develop understanding of electrical and electronic systems, starting and charging circuits, lighting systems, restraint systems and manufacturer diagnostic procedures, including fault identification and rectification.
Build skills across air-conditioning systems, F-Gas requirements, steering geometry, four-wheel alignment, suspension technologies and associated vehicle safety systems.
Develop knowledge of ADAS technologies, calibration procedures, manufacturer requirements and safe working practices when inspecting, removing, refitting and recalibrating vehicle systems and components.
Strengthen understanding of CAN Bus, LIN, FlexRay and MOST vehicle networks while developing diagnostic and fault-finding techniques used across modern vehicle electrical and electronic systems.
Develop knowledge of manual gearboxes, driveline systems, transmission removal and refitting procedures, high-voltage vehicle systems, batteries, powertrains and thermal management technologies.
Develop existing employees or new apprentices with the skills to inspect vehicle damage, remove and refit components, diagnose faults and reinstate mechanical, electrical and trim systems following collision repairs.
Build in-house capability across electrical and electronic vehicle systems, network technologies and diagnostic equipment, strengthening fault-finding and repair capability across modern vehicles.
Build technical capability across ADAS calibration, high-voltage components, batteries, powertrains and associated vehicle technologies that are increasingly common within modern repair environments.
Develop competent MET technicians trained to manufacturer repair methods and industry best practice, supporting improved repair quality, repair accuracy and operational efficiency.
Develop technical capability from within or bring new talent into your business, creating a sustainable skills pipeline that supports retention and future succession planning.
Build your workshop’s technical capability with specialist, employer-aligned apprenticeship training.
The Level 3 Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician apprenticeship develops skilled technicians who can diagnose faults, remove and refit components, and restore vehicles following collision damage. From mechanical repairs and electrical diagnostics to ADAS calibration, braking systems and high-voltage technology, your team will gain the practical skills needed to work to manufacturer standards. Whether you’re developing existing employees, addressing skills shortages or building your future workforce, this apprenticeship helps improve repair quality, strengthen technical capability and support long-term business growth.
The Level 3 Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician apprenticeship gives you the practical skills and technical knowledge to inspect collision damage, remove and refit components, diagnose faults and restore vehicles to manufacturer standards. You’ll learn how to work safely across mechanical, electrical, trim and safety-critical vehicle systems.
You’ll build hands-on expertise in component removal and refitting, steering, suspension, transmission, starting and charging systems, vehicle electrical systems, diagnostics, air conditioning, vehicle networks, safety restraint systems (SRS), ADAS calibration and high-voltage vehicle technology. You’ll put these skills into practice using specialist diagnostic equipment, developing the confidence to identify faults, reinstate vehicle systems and support safe, manufacturer-standard repairs.
Best of all? You’ll be learning while earning, gaining real diagnostic and repair experience and building specialist skills for a career in vehicle accident repair.
You’ll develop practical skills removing and refitting trim, non-structural panels, safety restraint systems, airbags and associated vehicle components while completing functional tests and reinstatement procedures.
You’ll explore component operation, cooling and lubrication systems, vehicle fluids, precise measurement, hydraulic braking systems and manufacturer braking procedures.
You’ll develop knowledge across vehicle electrical systems, batteries, charging systems, lighting, windows, mirrors, screen heating, restraint systems, airbags and electrical fault diagnosis.
You’ll build knowledge of air-conditioning systems and F-Gas alongside electric steering, four-wheel alignment, adaptive suspension and associated technologies.
You’ll develop your understanding of ADAS technology, calibration procedures, associated sensors and cameras, industry requirements and safe working principles.
You’ll explore CAN Bus, LIN, FlexRay and MOST networks while developing your ability to use diagnostic equipment and technical information to accurately identify and rectify faults.
You’ll develop knowledge across gearboxes, driveline components, high-voltage systems, powertrains, batteries, thermal management and associated maintenance procedures.
Build the practical competence and confidence to remove, refit, diagnose and reinstate mechanical, electrical and trim systems throughout the vehicle damage repair process.
Strengthen your ability to diagnose and rectify faults across vehicle electrical systems, vehicle networks, electronic control systems and modern vehicle technology.
Gain valuable technical experience across ADAS, wheel alignment, safety restraint systems, air conditioning and high-voltage vehicle technology used in modern repair environments.
Complete a Level 3 apprenticeship that demonstrates your practical capability across MET operations, diagnostics, fault finding and vehicle system reinstatement.
Develop the specialist technical knowledge, diagnostic capability and practical experience needed to progress into skilled MET Technician and specialist accident repair roles.
Develop the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to build a career as a Vehicle Damage MET Technician.
From removing and refitting vehicle components to electrical diagnostics, braking systems and ADAS calibration, this Level 3 apprenticeship provides hands-on experience across mechanical, electrical and trim repairs. Whether you’re starting your career or developing existing skills, you’ll learn from experienced professionals and gain the confidence to diagnose faults, restore vehicle systems and work to manufacturer standards, preparing you for a rewarding future in the vehicle repair industry.