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Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Bradford

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Bradford. Classes run full-time at Bradford College Automotive Centre. You'll spend a year learning vehicle maintenance hands-on, covering the core skills needed to work on cars and light vehicles. The course includes practical workshop sessions alongside classroom learning. It's a solid starting point if you're heading toward a career as a mechanic.

Who this course is for

If you’re passionate about pistons, mad for mufflers and love a dump-valve gear change – then this is the perfect course for you. Take your first step to becoming a professional mechanic with our official City and Guilds Motor Vehicle courses. Whether you want to run your own business, work for a local garage or you have your sights set on F1 – we can give you the hands-on training, work experience and practical skills to get you on the road to success.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how engines and vehicle systems work.
  • You'll carry out basic servicing and maintenance tasks.
  • You'll identify and inspect common vehicle faults.
  • You'll use workshop tools and equipment safely.
  • You'll follow health and safety procedures in a garage environment.
  • You'll develop practical skills working on real vehicles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical work in the workshop and classroom sessions. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out vehicle maintenance work to the standard set by City and Guilds.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bradford College Automotive Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Vehicle technician apprentice: entry-level workshop role servicing cars
  • Mechanic: carrying out repairs and maintenance at a garage
  • Tyre and exhaust fitter: specialist fitting and replacement work
  • MOT tester assistant: supporting qualified testers in a test centre
  • Parts advisor: identifying and supplying vehicle parts to customers

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology: the next step toward becoming a qualified mechanic and working toward a CSCS-equivalent automotive card.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology: the qualification needed for skilled technician roles and IMI professional registration.
  • Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance: combine paid work with structured training at Level 2 or Level 3.
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