Free Level 1 Vehicle Systems Maintenance Course in Walsall. Classes run at Nova Training Bloxwich, full-time during the day. This free vehicle systems maintenance course runs for 13 weeks and covers the fundamentals of how vehicle systems work, from cars and vans to motorcycles and hybrid vehicles. You'll explore maintenance tasks, fitting and replacing parts, and working safely on different vehicle types. No previous experience in the motor industry is needed. You must be aged 16 to 18 years old to enrol.
Who this course is for
This qualification is for anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry, whether you want to maintain and repair different types of vehicles (cars, vans, trucks, or even motorcycles), fit and replace parts and tyres, run your own car valeting business or work on hybrid vehicles safely.
Entry requirements
Must be aged 16 to 18 and you don't need any previous experience in the industry already.
What you will learn
You'll identify and describe the main systems found in cars, vans, trucks, and motorcycles.
You'll carry out basic vehicle maintenance and inspection tasks.
You'll learn how to fit and replace parts and tyres safely.
You'll understand the principles of working on hybrid vehicles.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a workshop environment.
You'll develop practical skills relevant to car valeting and vehicle preparation work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Bloxwich, combining practical activities with underpinning knowledge. Assessment is carried out through observation of practical tasks and short knowledge checks. Your tutor will assess your work throughout the course rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Bloxwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician apprentice. Entry-level role servicing and repairing vehicles.
Tyre fitter. Fitting, replacing, and balancing tyres in a garage.
Car valeter. Cleaning and preparing vehicles to a professional standard.
Parts advisor. Identifying and supplying vehicle parts in a dealership.
Motorcycle technician apprentice. Maintenance and repair of motorcycles.
Workshop assistant. Supporting qualified technicians in a garage or fleet depot.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The next step for those wanting to work as a qualified vehicle technician.
Level 2 Certificate in Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Systems. Builds on hybrid vehicle knowledge for a growing area of the industry.
Motor vehicle apprenticeship at Level 2 or 3. Combines paid work with structured training toward a full technician qualification.
