Overview

What does a Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) do?

Our Solus Aviva Vehicle Damage Assessors are able to methodically and accurately inspect and assess all elements of a motor vehicle that has sustained damage and requires repair. Identify which parts of the vehicle should be repaired or replaced, assessing and costing repair of a vehicle producing accurate & detailed repair specifications. A VDA will have an understanding of the manual process of assessing and costing repair of a vehicle, whilst also being able to use the relevant electronic estimating software. They will have knowledge of all types of vehicles including petrol, diesel, electric and hybrid. In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with the customer of the damaged vehicle, insurance company and vehicle technicians to discuss the assessment, damage to the vehicle and how it will be repaired.

Responsibilities

Who is the Training Provider?

Our training is conducted in partnership with Nottingham College. Training will take place over three years and result in a Level 3 Standard Qualification.

Top quality training methods, materials and resources Technical specialists with industry expertise Support from a world-leading vehicle repair technology centre Excellent pastoral care. Qualifications

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