Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Wirral

CostFREE
Duration10 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Wirral. Classes run at Bebington Skills Centre during the day, with flexible study to fit around you. This free car mechanic course takes around 10 months to complete. No specific skills are required to start. PPE is provided. You'll build a foundation in automotive maintenance, covering the practical knowledge that underpins work in the motor vehicle industry.

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 identify the main components of a vehicle and understand how they work.
  • You'll carry out basic checks and routine maintenance tasks on cars.
  • You'll learn safe working practices in an automotive environment.
  • You'll handle tools and equipment used in vehicle maintenance.
  • You'll develop an understanding of how engines and mechanical systems operate.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical activities at Bebington Skills Centre. Assessment is through practical tasks and short written or knowledge-based activities. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials, including PPE. Bebington Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Car mechanic, how to become one starts here with this level 1 car mechanic qualification
  • Vehicle maintenance technician, carrying out routine servicing and checks
  • Garage assistant, supporting qualified mechanics in a workshop
  • Tyre and exhaust fitter, fitting and replacing components at a fast-fit centre
  • Forecourt operative, vehicle checks and basic maintenance at a dealership

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Operations. The next step for anyone working toward a career as a qualified mechanic. Covers more advanced servicing, diagnostics, and repair skills.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The qualification that supports a skilled-worker role in a professional garage or dealership.
  • IMI Level 2 Certificate in Automotive Studies. Broadens your knowledge across the automotive sector.

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