Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles Diploma

33043W0 | Pagefield Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 02/09/2025
Time/Day | FULL TIME

Is this course for me?

If you love cars and enjoy fixing things, this could be a great career for you. Motor vehicle technicians repair and service cars, vans, motorbikes, lorries and coaches. They work on all vehicle mechanics and electrics, from engines and exhaust systems to air-conditioning and security. You will need to be good at problem-solving and finding faults. You will also work with people and develop excellent customer service skills. These courses will provide you with the practical skills to begin a career as a trainee motor vehicle technician. If you want to qualify as a Light Vehicle Diagnostic and Repair Technician at Level 3 you will need a prior Level 2 motor vehicle qualification. This course provides the technical certificate needed for an advanced apprenticeship. It involves practical work on light vehicles, computer based learning activities and interesting lectures given by experienced motor vehicle staff.
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What will I study?

The course has been developed to provide the necessary skill in motor vehicle repair to enable students to progress into employment via the apprenticeship scheme. You will gain experience in all aspects of motor vehicle repair. You will also be encouraged to develop your functional skills in Maths, English and ICT.

How long is the course?

Full time for one academic year

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is on going throughout the course and there are also end of module online tests for each unit.

What qualifications do I need?

Successful completion of Level 2 in the subject plus GCSE maths or English at grade 4.

What can I progress onto?

The course is recognised as a national award and on achieving the qualification you may wish to seek employment by way of an apprenticeship in motor vehicle repair.

Other Information

If you are 16-18 years old, you may be eligible for our FREE bus pass. Safety boots and overalls will be required for all practical activities.

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
FREE £5246.00 Yes Yes

Exam Fee

£175.00
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16-18 year olds do not pay exam fees.

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