Cost�2000.00 Course contribution fees are currently �180. This covers essential small tools, PPE kits, books and individual access to online material and project materials. Full details will be confirmed at interview. You will also need to provide steel toe c
Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, including English or maths at grade 3, or successful completion of a Level 1 vehicle maintenance course. The course takes one year and covers braking systems, engine servicing, suspension, and the theory behind modern vehicle repair. Workshop sessions build your practical skills alongside classroom theory. If you haven't yet reached GCSE grade 3 or above in maths or English, those subjects become part of your study programme.
Who this course is for
You will be taught by industry professionals who will combine workshop-based training with the necessary theory needed for modern vehicle body repair. Improve your understanding of vehicle servicing requirements, technical requirements and practices required when carrying out servicing to industry standards.
Entry requirements
Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.
What you will learn
You'll service and inspect braking systems to industry standards.
You'll carry out engine servicing tasks and checks.
You'll assess suspension systems for condition and operation.
You'll apply vehicle servicing requirements and technical practices.
You'll develop workshop skills through hands-on practical sessions.
You'll build the underpinning theory knowledge needed for modern vehicle repair.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a combination of workshop-based practical sessions and theory lessons in the classroom. Assessment is through a series of practical assessments and written tasks. Workshop practice gives you the opportunity to develop hands-on skills in vehicle maintenance and repair, while theory lessons develop your technical knowledge.
What you will need to bring
A course contribution fee of £180 covers essential small tools, PPE kits, books, and individual access to online and project materials. You will also need to provide steel toe-capped boots. Full details will be confirmed at interview. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician. Servicing and repairing cars in a garage.
MOT tester. Carrying out statutory vehicle safety inspections.
Service advisor. Front-of-house role in a dealership or garage.
Fleet maintenance technician. Keeping company vehicles roadworthy.
Tyre and exhaust technician. Specialist fast-fit centre role.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The next step for a car mechanic qualification and the route toward a skilled-worker CSCS-equivalent card in automotive.
Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification and is employer-dependent. The provider notes this course can lead into an apprenticeship for suitable candidates.
