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Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Newbury

CostEmployer funded
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body

Funded through an apprenticeship or your employer. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Newbury College for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Newbury. Classes run at Newbury College, full-time during the day. Fees do not apply if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, tuition and registration fees may apply. Contact the college for details. The course covers practical automotive maintenance and vehicle electrical systems over 35 weeks. You will build hands-on skills alongside the technical knowledge employers expect. Entry requires five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, or an equivalent qualification at merit grade.

Who this course is for

This course provides further practical knowledge and skills in the areas of automotive maintenance and vehicle electrical maintenance.

Entry requirements

Students need five GCSE passes at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, or an equivalent qualification at merit grade.

Students who have not yet achieved a grade 4 in Maths and English will study Functional Skills or GCSE Maths as part of their course.

A good level of academic and study skills is required to undertake this course, problem solving and the willingness to learn and participate in lessons are a necessity.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in automotive maintenance and servicing
  • You'll learn how vehicle electrical systems work and how to diagnose faults
  • You'll study the principles of light vehicle repair
  • You'll apply problem-solving techniques to real mechanical tasks
  • You'll build underpinning technical knowledge to support hands-on work

How you will learn

You will learn through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom-based study. Assessment covers both hands-on tasks and written or knowledge-based elements, in line with the IMI qualification requirements. Maths and English are built into the programme for students who have not yet achieved a Grade 4 in those subjects.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Vehicle technician: service and repair cars in a garage or dealership
  • MOT tester: inspect vehicles for roadworthiness (requires further licensing)
  • Automotive electrician: diagnose and fix vehicle electrical faults
  • Service advisor: support customers and technicians at a dealership
  • Fleet maintenance technician: keep company vehicles running

What you could study next

  • IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: the next step for those wanting to qualify as a skilled vehicle technician and take on more complex diagnostic work.
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician: combines paid work with structured training, leading to recognised technician status.
  • MOT Tester Authorisation: a separate licensing route for those who want to carry out MOT inspections.
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