Free Entry Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Wirral. Classes run at Bebington Skills Centre during the day. No specific skills are required to start. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning. This free car mechanic course runs over 10 months and covers the fundamentals of automotive maintenance and repair. PPE is provided. It's a solid first step toward a car mechanic qualification and further training in the motor vehicle sector.
Who this course is for
For young people wanting to start a career in Motor Vehicle
Entry requirements
No Specific skills required
What you will learn
You'll learn the basics of how cars and light vehicles work.
You'll carry out simple automotive maintenance tasks under supervision.
You'll identify common faults and understand how to approach repairs.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a workshop environment.
You'll use hand tools and basic workshop equipment correctly.
You'll develop an understanding of the motor vehicle repair industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on activities in a classroom and workshop setting at Bebington Skills Centre. Assessment is based on practical tasks and short knowledge checks that show what you can do. There are no written exams. Your progress is recorded as you work through the units covering maintenance and repair skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials, and PPE is provided as part of the course. Bebington Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Car mechanic assistant - support qualified mechanics in a garage
Automotive technician trainee - entry-level role at a dealership or workshop
Tyre and exhaust fitter - fitting and replacing tyres and exhaust systems
Vehicle valeter - cleaning and preparing vehicles for sale or handover
Forecourt assistant - fuel, basic checks, and customer service at a garage
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair - the next step up from Entry Level, covering more detailed practical skills.
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology - a fuller qualification that takes you closer to working as a qualified mechanic.
IMI Level 2 NVQ in Vehicle Fitting - a work-based route for those already in employment in the motor vehicle sector.
