Aftermarket November 2022

60 AFTERMARKET NOVEMBER 2022 TRAINING www.aftermarketonline.net Upcoming training dates and news on courses TRAINING UPDATE The RMI Academy of Automotive Skills Courses 2022/23 MOT Annual Training Packages Annual Training Workbooks - £45: These contain self-learning material, sample assessment questions, a training log and personal login details to access the online assessment. E-Learning - £60: Annual training and the online assessment can be carried out fully online through the RMI Academy’s e-learning platform. Classroom Training - £95: For testers who prefer face-to-face training, their annual training and assessment can both be conveniently completed in half a day at RMI Academy of Automotive Skills sites in Runcorn, Lincoln, Southam or Winchester. Enhanced Classroom Training - £195: An enhanced, full-day classroom option is available for testers who would like in-depth training beyond the minimum three hours of training required by DVSA. This package is available for Class 4 & 7 vehicles only. Regional Training Events - £70: Training is delivered at regional events across the country and throughout the year, so that testers have access to face-to-face learning no matter where they are in the country. On-site Training - £245 for RMI members, £295 for non-members. www.RMItrainingAcademy.co.uk Welcome to Aftermarket’s training section. Here you can find the latest on upcoming training dates, as well as news on courses becoming available. If you have information on training you wish to share, please get in touch with the editor via email: alex@aftermarket.co.uk York College is to host the next Schaeffler REPXPERT Academy Live event, taking place on Saturday 12 November. Doors open at 9am, with training kicking off from at 10am. Highlights are set to include Schaeffler’s introduction to LuK double clutch systems, an overview and best practice advice for VAG diesel belt systems from REPXPERT Andy Vaux. There will also be a display of FAG steering and suspension components. Bilstein will be running a mini suspension masterclass, and there will also be guests on hand from Motul, TechMan, Laser Tools and The IMI. Meanwhile. REPXPERT ambassador The Garage Inspector Andy Savva will be presenting an introduction to Effective Communication Skills. Andy Savva said: “I believe, like many of my friends – particularly Tier One suppliers, that all garages can have a successful profitable business, but they need a continual investment strategy in both technical training and front of house training across all team members – not just technicians. “I strongly encourage garage owners and their staff to attend events like Academy Live. These events are free, yes – free, and you will certainly leave with more knowledge than you came with. There will be other fantastic presenters and guests there who will be showcasing their services and products. “The Academy Live events are like ‘taster’ events, they give you an idea what’s on offer if you take up the more comprehensive training held across the country not only by Schaeffler and myself, but other guests too. Even though they are ‘taster’ sessions, they are packed full of valuable tips, tricks, and best practice advice, so if you or any other members of your team are IMI members, they can still claim CPD points for a full day of training. “All the sessions last approximately 45mins to one hour, and you will also get the opportunity to meet with like-minded garage owners and their staff members. As I mentioned earlier, it is free to attend – including breakfast, lunch and refreshments throughout the day, and you will also receive a REPXPERT goody bag. “I am pleased that my REPXPERT friends from Schaeffler will be leading the way, with presentations on double clutch systems and VAG Diesel timing issues. I look forward to seeing new and old garage folk for a great day of knowledge and networking.” Schaeffler Key Accounts Manager Andy Walters added: “This is an event that allows garages to not only take away great technical knowledge, it’s also a chance for them to network and engage with other forward-thinking workshops that also have their eyes on the future. So, it’s a valuable opportunity they simply shouldn’t miss.” For more information, visit: www.repxpert.co.uk REPXPERT Academy Live hits York