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Entry Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Redhill – East Surrey College

Cost£1,333.00
Duration34 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Entry Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Redhill. Classes run at East Surrey College, full-time during the day over 34 weeks.

You'll study the core systems that make a car work. Units cover engine lubrication, cooling, fuel and exhaust, spark ignition, electrical systems, brakes, transmission, steering and suspension, wheels and tyres, and body cleaning. You learn through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom theory.

This entry level car mechanic qualification is awarded by City and Guilds. You'll finish with an Entry Level 3 Award in Vehicle Systems Maintenance.

Who this course is for

16 or 16+

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how vehicle engine lubrication and cooling systems work.
  • You'll explore fuel, exhaust, and spark ignition systems.
  • You'll study vehicle electrical systems and how to work with them safely.
  • You'll learn how braking, transmission, and steering systems operate.
  • You'll understand wheels, tyres, and suspension systems.
  • You'll practise vehicle body and interior cleaning techniques.
  • You'll develop the practical skills needed to work in a vehicle repair environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a combination of practical tasks in a motor vehicle workshop and classroom-based theory sessions. Assessment is through a mix of practical and theoretical tasks linked to each unit. The workshop at East Surrey College is purpose-built and fully equipped for motor vehicle training.

What you will need to bring

East Surrey College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Vehicle Technician, entry-level workshop role servicing and repairing cars.
  • Vehicle Mechanic, carrying out routine maintenance under supervision.
  • Automotive Workshop Assistant, supporting qualified technicians in a garage.
  • Car Valeter, professional vehicle cleaning and preparation work.

Most vehicle technician and mechanic roles require further qualifications beyond this course. This Award is a starting point toward the Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications those roles need.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance, a natural next step to build on what you've learned here.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, the qualification that opens the door to working as a vehicle technician.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, needed for skilled technician roles and a CSCS-equivalent automotive card.
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