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Free Entry Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in South Shields

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day.

The course covers the fundamentals of vehicle systems and how they work. You'll spend a year building practical knowledge of vehicle repair and maintenance. There are no specific entry requirements, so contact the college to find out more.

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

Who this course is for

Programme Title = SVEHREPM | Course Title = Vehicle Repair & Maintenance (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 50106107 | Qualification Aim Title = Certificate in Vehicle Systems Maintenance (Entry 3) | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify key vehicle systems and their components.
  • You'll learn how engines and drivetrains function.
  • You'll carry out basic vehicle inspections and checks.
  • You'll understand electrical systems in vehicles.
  • You'll follow safe working practices in an automotive environment.
  • You'll use tools and equipment correctly for vehicle maintenance tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities at South Tyneside College. Assessment is based on the City and Guilds specification for the Certificate in Vehicle Systems Maintenance. This includes practical tasks and knowledge checks carried out during the course.

What you will need to bring

South Tyneside College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mechanic's assistant, supports qualified mechanics in a garage or workshop.
  • Vehicle maintenance helper, carries out basic checks and routine servicing tasks.
  • Tyre and exhaust technician, fits and replaces tyres and exhaust components.
  • Car wash and valet operative, entry-level role in vehicle presentation and care.
  • Vehicle Technician, a more senior role that typically needs further qualifications beyond this course.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, the natural next step after this course.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology, leads toward work as a qualified vehicle technician.
  • Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance, lets you earn while you train toward a recognised trade qualification.
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