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Car Mechanic Course Entry Level 3 in Leeds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Fees apply for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Luminate Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Diploma in Vehicle Systems Maintenance (Entry 3) in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available.

This entry level car mechanic course covers how vehicles work, basic maintenance checks, and how to fit and replace parts. You'll look at cars, vans, trucks, and motorcycles over the course of one year. Entry requirements are GCSE English and GCSE Maths at Level 2.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Diploma in Vehicle Systems Maintenance at Entry Level 3.

Who this course is for

These qualifications are for those individuals who are interested in a starting point in the motor vehicle maintenance industry, whether they want to learn the basics of how to maintain and repair different types of vehicles (cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles), or how to fit and replace parts and carry out basic maintenance checks and activities. These qualifications are for anyone looking to explore an introduction to the motor industry. Learners do not need any previous experience or need to be in a current work placement.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Level 2 GCSE Maths Level 2

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to carry out basic vehicle maintenance checks.
  • You'll learn how to fit and replace vehicle parts.
  • You'll learn how different vehicle systems work, including engines and brakes.
  • You'll learn about the tools and equipment used in a workshop.
  • You'll learn how to work safely in a motor vehicle environment.
  • You'll gain an introduction to maintaining cars, vans, trucks, and motorcycles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities at the campus. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Printworks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Vehicle mechanic, carries out servicing and repairs in a garage or dealership.
  • Fast fit technician, fits tyres, exhausts, and brakes at a fast fit centre.
  • Workshop assistant, supports qualified mechanics in a busy workshop.
  • Mechanic's assistant, helps with vehicle checks and basic maintenance tasks.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, a natural next step to build on your entry level car mechanic qualification.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, the qualification that moves you toward working as a qualified vehicle mechanic.
  • Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, letting you earn while you train with an employer.
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