Free Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Ashton-under-Lyne – Tameside College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run full-time during the day at Tameside College. You'll study for one year, learning how to inspect, service and repair light vehicles. The course covers the skills and knowledge needed to work as a light vehicle technician. You'll be interviewed before starting, so it helps to research the role beforehand and be ready to take part in practical work.

Who this course is for

This qualification is for those individuals who are looking to work in the transport industry specifically as a light vehicle technician.

A light vehicle technician has the skills and knowledge to inspect, service and repair light vehicles. Learners will gain an understanding of the skills and knowledge that are important when working as a light vehicle technician or progressing to further learning and training in this area.

This qualification has been designed with the involvement of a range of technical subject matter experts and employers, to ensure it meets the needs of the occupation. The qualification aligns to the ST0499 Autocare Technician occupational standard and will provide employers with reliable evidence of a learners attainment against occupational standard knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) which form the minimum requirements for entry into occupation

Structure: To achieve the City & Guilds Level 2 Extended Technical Occupational Entry Light Vehicle for Service and Maintenance Technicians (Diploma), learners must achieve:

Learners must achieve all nine mandatory units.001 Health and safety and sustainability in the automotive environment

002 Customer service, sales principles, communication

003 Stock control procedures

004 Light vehicle chassis systems

005 Service, maintenance and inspection

006 Vehicle propulsion, internal combustion engine

007 Vehicle propulsion, alternative fuel systems

008 Electrical systems and components

009 Automotive industry and careers

Entry requirements

You will be interviewed for this course, you should be enthusiastic about working in the Automotive maintenance service and repair sector and able to participate in manual work experience. It is advisable for you to carry out research into the role prior to interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to carry out routine servicing on light vehicles.
  • You'll develop skills in inspecting vehicle systems and identifying faults.
  • You'll practise repair techniques used in automotive maintenance.
  • You'll gain knowledge of health and safety in a workshop environment.
  • You'll understand the tools and equipment used in light vehicle work.
  • You'll build awareness of the standards expected in the automotive service and repair sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at Tameside College. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and knowledge-based activities that reflect real workshop conditions. You'll be expected to take part in manual work experience as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tameside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Light vehicle technician. Service and repair cars at a garage or dealership.
  • MOT tester. Carry out vehicle safety inspections once further qualified.
  • Vehicle service advisor. Support customers and coordinate workshop jobs.
  • Fleet maintenance technician. Keep company vehicles roadworthy.
  • Breakdown recovery technician. Diagnose and fix vehicles at the roadside.
  • Automotive apprentice. Combine work and further training with an employer.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology. The next step for those wanting to work at a higher technical level and take on more complex repairs.
  • Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Apprenticeship. Combines employment with structured training and leads to a recognised skilled-worker qualification.
  • MOT Tester Authorisation. A separate licensing route for those who want to carry out official MOT tests.

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