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Established in 1974 Ilderton Motor Vehicle Project (IMP) is a company with charitable objectives. Housed in a purpose built workshop in Deptford South East London, IMP is an accredited Skills Centre which delivers training to enable young people to participate fully in society. IMP has pioneered an approach to working with young people based on exploring their instincts to learn and curiosity about the make-up and practical application of the science of motor mechanics. IMP programmes are for young people aged thirteen and above. Programmes focus on the following areas: safety and personal development
Training and employment

Accredited per-vocational courses in numeracy and literacy skills, car motorbike, and moped maintenance.
To provide support in the transition into further education and training
To provide support in career planning, placements and interview techniques and job search.

Safety

Education and training on road safety including understanding the legal requirements of car or motorbike ownership
Introduce young people to safe driving skills
Introduce young people to health and safety at work

Personal development

Promote awareness of the consequences of car crime.
To create initiatives that will challenge existing attitudes towards offending
To provide advice and counselling
To provide facilities for organised and constructive leisure activities, encouraging teamwork, self-esteem and motivation

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Schools Programme Basic motor maintenance and personal development

Evening Programme participants work on both motorcycles and car

Pre CBT Course Guidance on road safety safety and motorcycle riding.

Youth Diversion Programme: For young people at risk of offending.

On Your Wheels: A breakfast club designed to discourage truancy

Off Road Motor Cycling designed to provide on the road safe riding skills.