Course Overview

The IMI Senior Paint Technician Accreditation is designed for experienced refinishers ready to demonstrate advanced technical and leadership capability. Over two days, candidates are assessed on complex refinishing techniques, colour accuracy, and process control - ensuring your team can deliver outstanding quality and lead by example in your workshop.

Who is it for?

Ideal for bodyshops looking to:

• Develop senior-level talent within their refinishing team
• Strengthen workshop leadership and technical standards
• Support progression from Technician to Senior Accreditation
• Showcase commitment to quality and professional development

Benefits

• Strengthen your team’s capability and reduce costly rework
• Improve first-time repair quality and workflow efficiency
• Enhance your business reputation with IMI-accredited expertise
• Support compliance and OEM repair standards
• Demonstrate investment in staff development and retention

Modules Covered

Building on core Technician modules, the Senior Accreditation includes advanced refinishing and leadership elements such as:

• Application and matching of 3-stage pearlescent finishes
• Advanced blending and clearcoat fading techniques
• Diagnosis and rectification of complex surface defects
• Leadership in repair standards and workshop processes