Free Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Ipswich. Classes run full-time at Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study the fundamentals of motor vehicle technology, covering how vehicles work, how to diagnose faults, and how to carry out repairs and maintenance. This level 2 car mechanic qualification gives you the practical and technical grounding employers look for in a workshop role. Entry requires two GCSEs at Grade 1 or above, including maths and/or English, or you can demonstrate the ability to work toward Level 1 in those subjects at assessment.
Who this course is for
The Level 1 Certificate in Building Crafts Occupations is designed to give a foundation approach to construction qualifications and prepare learners to enter the industry in their chosen craft. It has been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using simulated conditions, and the test(s) are based on the learner demonstrating their knowledge and skills through the completion of all the requirements of the qualification. The course is run as a full time course comprising of a three day week for thirty six weeks.
Entry requirements
Two GCSEs at Grade 1 including maths and/or English, or demonstrate the ability to work towards Level 1 in maths and English in an assessment.
What you will learn
You'll learn how engines and vehicle systems operate
You'll develop skills in diagnosing common vehicle faults
You'll carry out routine servicing and maintenance tasks
You'll work with braking, steering, and suspension systems
You'll understand electrical and electronic vehicle components
You'll follow workshop health and safety procedures
You'll use industry-standard tools and diagnostic equipment
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work in a workshop environment. Assessment is based on demonstrating your knowledge and skills through completing the requirements of the qualification. This includes practical tasks, written assessments, and tests that cover both theory and workshop competence.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician: carry out servicing and repairs in a garage
MOT tester: inspect vehicles for roadworthiness (requires further licensing)
Parts advisor: identify and supply vehicle parts in a dealership
Breakdown technician: diagnose and fix vehicles at the roadside
Fleet maintenance operative: keep company vehicles in working order
Apprentice mechanic: earn while you develop workshop skills further
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology: the next step for mechanics aiming at skilled technician roles and a CSCS-equivalent automotive card.
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair: specialist training as electric vehicles become more common in workshops.
Apprenticeship Standard: Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle): combines work and study toward full technician status.
