Free Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Halifax. Classes run at Calderdale College Automotive Centre, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-time route into vehicle maintenance and repair, covering around 404 hours of study. You'll learn how light vehicles work, how to diagnose faults, and how to carry out repairs and servicing. It's a City and Guilds car mechanic qualification, so the certificate is recognised by employers in the automotive industry.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll learn how to inspect and service light vehicles safely.
You'll develop skills in diagnosing faults in engines, brakes, and steering systems.
You'll carry out routine maintenance tasks including oil changes, filter replacements, and tyre checks.
You'll learn how electrical and fuel systems work in modern vehicles.
You'll understand health and safety practices in an automotive workshop.
You'll use workshop tools and diagnostic equipment correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work in an automotive workshop environment. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written or online tests. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out maintenance and repair work to industry standards, as well as your underpinning knowledge of vehicle systems.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Calderdale College Automotive Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician: servicing and repairing cars at a garage
MOT tester: inspecting vehicles for roadworthiness (requires further licensing)
Breakdown technician: diagnosing and fixing roadside faults
Service advisor: front-of-house role in a dealership or garage
Fleet maintenance technician: keeping company vehicles on the road
Apprentice mechanic: combining work and further training
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: the next step for those wanting to work as a fully qualified technician and take on more complex diagnostics and repairs.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Vehicle Fitting: specialist route into tyres, exhausts, and related fitting work.
IMI Awards qualifications in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle technology: increasingly sought after as the industry shifts toward electric vehicles.
