Overview

IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling

This qualification provides the legally required certification to handle automotive refrigerants, in line with EU F-Gas regulations. The course teaches safe recovery, recycling, and recharging techniques for vehicle air-conditioning systems, and covers environmental responsibilities, equipment use, and refrigerant types.
Successful candidates are certified to handle fluorinated greenhouse gases (F-Gases) safely and legally.

Who is this for?
This course is ideal for:

• Technicians carrying out air conditioning servicing and repair
• Workshops that need to meet F-Gas regulatory requirements
• Professionals wanting to expand their skills into climate system diagnostics

Delivered with a Personal Touch
At Pro-Tech MOT & Automotive Academy, we combine expert-led training with a supportive and professional learner experience. Whether you’re upskilling for your current role or preparing for the next step in your career, we’re here to help you succeed.

Eligibility RequirementsThis qualification provides the legally required certification for anyone handling automotive refrigerants, in line with current F-Gas regulations. It covers refrigerant recovery, recycling, recharging, and environmental best practices in vehicle air-conditioning systems.

• There are no formal qualification requirements to enrol
• Candidates must be working in a role that involves handling vehicle air-conditioning systems or refrigerants
• This course is a legal requirement under EU and UK F-Gas regulations for any technician who works with refrigerant gases

Course Content Overview
This course provides the legally required F-Gas certification for refrigerant recovery, recycling, and recharging.

What You’ll Learn

• Safe handling of R134a and R1234yf refrigerants
• Environmental impacts and legislation
• Equipment use and servicing
• A/C system diagnostics and servicing

Assessment
Practical and written assessment.