Free Level 1 Vehicle Accident Repair Course in Ashton-under-Lyne

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

Who this course is for

This engaging and motivating Vocationally Related Qualification (VRQ) is generally aimed at learners 16-19 years old who have a keen interest to learn about vehicle accident repair.

The course is made up of 14 exciting and engaging units related to cutting edge industry approved vehicle panel repair and paint techniques incorporating the knowledge skills and behaviours needed to enter into the vehicle body and paint repair sector. This is delivered over a number of days where you will undertake practical and theory sessions each week.

The units you will undertake are -

� L1AM01 - Health and Safety in the Workplace

� L1AM02 - Tools, Equipment and Consumable Materials for Vehicle Maintenance

� L1AR03 - Introduction to Metal Preparation

� L1AR04 - Panel Removal and Refitting

� L1AR05 - Minor Panel Damage Repairs

� L1AR06 - Vehicle Welding Techniques

� L1AR09 - Vehicle Paint Preparation

� L1AR10 - Spray Gun Components and Maintenance

� L1AR11 - Paint Spraying and Masking Techniques

� L1AR12 - Primer Preparation and application Techniques

� L1AR14 - Panel Joint Sealing and Corrosion Protection

� L1AR15 - Removing and Applying Graphics and Lettering

� L1AR16 - Vehicle Exterior Valeting and Detailing

� L1AR17 - Vehicle Interior Valeting and Detailing

Entry requirements

GCSEs are needed for this course, preferably in maths, English and a science is desirable. You should have a keen interest in the field of vehicle accident repairs.

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