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Free Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Tonbridge

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Tonbridge. Classes run full-time at Hadlow College, in brand new motor vehicle workshops. The course runs over one year and covers the core skills of light vehicle maintenance and repair. You'll learn how to meet workshop health and safety requirements, carry out routine vehicle maintenance, and remove and replace vehicle units and components. This car mechanic qualification is awarded by IMI, a recognised name in the automotive industry.

Who this course is for

Please be aware that all of our Motor Vehicle courses for the North Kent College, Tonbridge campus from September 2022, will be delivered at our Hadlow College campus in our brand new Motor Vehicle workshops.

Prepare for a career in the automotive industry as either a technician or associated motor industry employment.

You will discover how to meet health and safety requirements in the workshop and learn how to:

  • Carry out routine vehicle maintenance
  • Remove and replace units and components relating to engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brakes and electrical and electronic systems

You will be assessed by practical and written tasks and externally set examinations. Supported work experience is arranged with your tutor.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety requirements in a motor vehicle workshop.
  • You'll carry out routine vehicle maintenance tasks.
  • You'll remove and replace vehicle units and components.
  • You'll develop knowledge of light vehicle systems and how they work.
  • You'll prepare for employment as an automotive technician or in associated motor industry roles.

How you will learn

You'll study in Hadlow College's motor vehicle workshops, combining classroom learning with hands-on practical work. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and knowledge-based work aligned to the IMI qualification standard. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hadlow College 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: inspecting vehicles for roadworthiness (with further licensing)
  • Parts advisor: sourcing and supplying vehicle parts
  • Service advisor: liaising between customers and workshop teams
  • Fleet maintenance operative: maintaining vehicles for a company fleet
  • Breakdown technician: roadside vehicle recovery and repair

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (VRQ): the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified technician and take on more complex repairs.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: a work-based route that builds on your Level 2 skills and is recognised for career progression in the automotive industry.
  • Automotive apprenticeship: combine work and study to gain employer-recognised experience alongside a qualification.
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