Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Trinity Academy Newcastle, full-time during the day. You'll cover practical automotive maintenance alongside health and safety, communication, and customer care. The course includes work placements with motor vehicle companies across Newcastle. You'll also develop maths, English, and digital skills as part of the programme. There are no entry requirements. You'll have an assessment at interview to make sure this is the right level for you. The course runs over 12 months.
Who this course is for
This programme is designed to prepare you for the world of work in the Motor Vehicle industry. You will gain practical knowledge and experience from our highly skilled staff, as well as improving skills such as communication, teamwork, health and safety, and customer care. You will also be given opportunities to participate in work placements with experts from reputable companies across Newcastle.
Entry requirements
You'll have an assessment at interview to make sure that this is the right level course for you.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to carry out basic automotive maintenance tasks safely
You'll study engine systems, including ignition, cooling, and lubrication
You'll learn about steering, suspension, braking systems, and wheels and tyres
You'll practise basic vehicle valeting
You'll learn how to use tools and equipment correctly
You'll develop health and safety knowledge for a motor vehicle workplace
You'll build customer care and teamwork skills used in service environments
You'll gain experience through work placements with motor vehicle companies in Newcastle
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and workshop. Teaching covers both technical skills and workplace skills such as communication and customer care. Work placements give you experience in real motor vehicle settings across Newcastle. Your individual needs are assessed at interview so the programme is planned around you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Trinity Academy Newcastle will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician apprentice. Entry-level role at a garage or dealership.
Service centre assistant. Supporting technicians at a car dealership or service centre.
Breakdown recovery assistant. Working with roadside assistance teams.
Valeter. Cleaning and preparing vehicles at dealerships or specialist valeters.
Parts and retail assistant. Working in automotive retail or a motor factors shop.
Motorsport or motor shop assistant. Supporting teams in motorsport or specialist vehicle workshops.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The natural next step after Level 1, covering component removal, engine systems, and electrical work in more depth.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The qualification that supports a CSCS-equivalent skilled-worker card in the motor vehicle trade and opens doors to fully qualified technician roles.
Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship. Combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification, often at a dealership or independent garage.
