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Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Manchester – The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Environment Course in Manchester. Classes run at The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year. You'll explore a wide range of motor vehicle topics, including mechanical work, body and paint, and electrics, through a carousel format that lets you discover where your interests lie. You'll also develop the personal and social skills that employers in the automotive sector look for. This is a car mechanic environment qualification awarded by IMI.

Who this course is for

This Level 1 qualification is designed to help learners aged 14-19 years old to develop key personal and social skills, behaviours and attitudes that will build confidence in their own abilities and also how to demonstrate and apply these effectively.

You will also be given the chance to study a wide variety of Motor Vehicle topics in our unique carousel which allows learners to decide the direction they would like their future career to take. This will include mechanical, Body & Paint Electrical and Trim.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore mechanical, body and paint, and electrical areas of motor vehicle work.
  • You'll develop personal skills such as communication, teamwork, and self-management in an automotive setting.
  • You'll practise the behaviours and attitudes expected in a professional garage or workshop environment.
  • You'll build an understanding of different career routes available in the automotive industry.
  • You'll learn how to apply your skills and demonstrate them to others.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical activities at The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus. The carousel format means you rotate through different motor vehicle topics during the year. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks that show your skills and knowledge across the automotive topics you study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Manchester College Wythenshawe Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mechanic apprentice. Entry-level role in a garage or dealership.
  • Body and paint technician apprentice. Working on vehicle bodywork and finishes.
  • Automotive electrician apprentice. Diagnosing and repairing vehicle electrical systems.
  • Tyre and exhaust technician. Fitting and replacing tyres, exhausts, and brakes.
  • Vehicle parts advisor. Sourcing and supplying parts in a motor factors or dealership.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The next step toward a career as a qualified mechanic, covering servicing, brakes, and engine systems in depth.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Studies. Broadens your automotive knowledge before specialising.
  • Automotive apprenticeship (Level 2 or Level 3). Combines paid work with structured training at a garage or dealership, leading to a recognised trade qualification.
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