Level 2 Accident Repair Paint Course in Scunthorpe. Classes run at North Lindsey College, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your prior qualifications and personal circumstances. The course runs for one year and covers vehicle refinishing as its core focus, alongside panel beating, welding, vehicle body technology, and accident damage estimating. There are no formal entry requirements, so you can start without previous experience in the trade.
Who this course is for
This course is the perfect starting point for a career in accident repair. It is mainly focused around vehicle refinishing, but does incorporate core panel beating and welding skills. You will also have the opportunity to learn about vehicle body technology, vehicle refinishing technology, vehicle body repair techniques, general engineering, welding and accident damage estimating.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll develop vehicle refinishing skills, including surface preparation and paint application.
You'll learn panel beating techniques used in accident repair.
You'll practise welding as part of vehicle body repair work.
You'll study vehicle body technology and how different materials behave.
You'll explore vehicle refinishing technology, including paint systems and products.
You'll learn vehicle body repair techniques for a range of damage types.
You'll cover accident damage estimating, including how to assess and cost repairs.
You'll gain a grounding in general engineering principles relevant to the trade.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions at North Lindsey College. Assessment is based on the City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma requirements, combining practical tasks and underpinning knowledge assessments. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out vehicle refinishing, body repair, and welding work to industry standards.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Lindsey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle painter. Refinish and respray cars after accident damage.
Panel beater. Repair and reshape vehicle bodywork.
Accident repair technician. Work across paint and body repair in a bodyshop.
Vehicle body repairer. Fix structural and cosmetic damage to vehicles.
Refinishing technician. Specialist role in paint preparation and finishing.
Bodyshop estimator. Assess and cost accident damage for repair.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Damage Refinishing. The next step for those specialising in paint and refinishing work, leading toward senior technician roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Damage Body Repair. Broadens your skills into structural repair and is valued by bodyshops looking for all-round technicians.
IMI Awards qualifications. Industry-recognised certifications that support career development in the automotive sector.
