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About ELEVATE Training Academy

ELEVATE Training Academy offers industry leading bespoke courses which are essential for those working on end of life electric and hybrid vehicles. Our courses have been specifically developed for the end of life vehicle industry over many years - with our staff having trained hundreds of delegates during this time.

ELEVATE courses are designed to arm candidates with the confidence to make safe all types of electric and hybrid vehicles. You will learn about the various different types of EVs and hybrids, the critical safety procedures to follow, and the correct tools, plant and equipment needed to make them safe. Giving you the latest information relating to all aspects of handing electric and hybrid vehicles at their end of life - from receipt of vehicles, through to safe storage and collection of the batteries once removed.

Our training is delivered by staff who are fully electrically qualified, vehicle manufacturer trained and Institute for the Motor Industry (IMI) certified, with over 35 years of experience.

We have trained hundreds of people across the UK in safely handling electric vehicles at their end of life - including on behalf of the British Metals Recyclers Association for whom we are the official EV training partner. We offer a range of bespoke courses, from theory to practical, each of which can be tailored to cater for your specific needs. In choosing ELEVATE you can be assured that you will receive engaging and informative training, enabling you and your team to improve your skills and confidence to safely handle these vehicles.

IMI approved

Electrically qualified

Manufacturer trained

◈ IMI approved ◈ Electrically qualified ◈ Manufacturer trained

Available courses

Whilst we can offer introductory, non-IMI courses, the most popular courses we run have been fully accredited by the IMI, and we are proud to be officially recognised as an IMI approved centre, issuing official IMI Personal Development Certificates to all successful candidates. This accreditation ensures high standards of learning within the motor industry and elevates our standing in the eyes of the broader motor vehicle industry and with the general public.

Courses can be delivered at your site and tailored to the needs of your individual business.

Various packages are available, including:

  • introductory courses

  • one day theory courses

  • two day on-site practical courses

  • individual site visits

  • long term support contracts

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Introductory course

Developed specifically for ATFs

All types of EVs currently in the UK vehicle parc

Delivered at your site or at chosen location

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One day theory course

Developed specifically for ATFs

All types of EVs currently in the UK vehicle parc

Delivered at your site or at chosen location

Official IMI Personal Development Certificate issued

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Two day practical course

Developed specifically for ATFs

All types of EVs currently in the UK vehicle parc

One day theory session

Additional practical session, working on up to two EVs

Delivered at your site

Official IMI Personal Development Certificate issued

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Silverlake have worked with Ken and ELEVATE for several years now, the quality of training is first class. Ken’s delivery style is informative and engaging and very up to date.

I would not hesitate in recommending Ken he is extremely professional and a pleasure to work with.

Tom Harvey

Head of Organisation Development, Silverlake

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