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Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Loughborough

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start31 Aug 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Loughborough. Classes run at Main Campus, full-time during the day.

Fees may be reduced or waived depending on your age and circumstances. Contact Main Campus for details. The course takes one year and uses a hands-on, workshop-based approach. You'll spend most of your time working on vehicles rather than in a classroom. Topics include motor vehicle technology, basic maintenance, and supporting Maths and English skills.

You'll finish with an IMI Award in Automotive Maintenance at Level 1.

Who this course is for

For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP). If you are a school leaver and you have little or no experience of the motor industry then this IMI course will provide you with a solid foundation to progress towards an industry-recognised qualification. This programme uses a practical approach, with classroom delivery kept to a minimum in order to gain an understanding of motor vehicle technology from a workshop environment. It also provides the Maths, English, and work skills you’ll need to successfully progress into the world of work or further study. As part of the course, we will provide overalls, safety boots and safety glasses.There is a course fee of £50 for all learning materials, including E-books.

Entry requirements

GCSE English and Maths at grade 1/G or above Able to show a capability to work at Level 1 and a clear interest in chosen subject Demonstrates a commitment to learning For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP)

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the fundamentals of motor vehicle technology.
  • You'll carry out basic vehicle maintenance tasks in a workshop setting.
  • You'll develop practical skills working on real vehicles.
  • You'll build supporting Maths and English skills relevant to the automotive industry.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how to work safely in a workshop environment.

How you will learn

Most of your learning takes place in a workshop rather than a classroom. You'll develop practical skills through hands-on tasks working on vehicles. Classroom sessions are kept to a minimum. Assessment is based on your practical work and your understanding of motor vehicle technology throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

Main Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mechanic's assistant, supporting qualified technicians in a garage or workshop.
  • Vehicle maintenance helper, carrying out basic servicing tasks under supervision.
  • Car valeter, cleaning and preparing vehicles at a dealership or valet centre.
  • Apprentice vehicle technician, combining work and further study toward a higher qualification.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology, the natural next step for those wanting to work as a vehicle technician.
  • Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance Apprenticeship, combining paid work with structured training.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, needed for a skilled-worker CSCS-equivalent card in automotive trades and more advanced workshop roles.
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