Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College Highfields Campus, full-time during the day. If you're 19 or over, you may be eligible for funding. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances. The course runs for one year and covers servicing and repairing cars and vans, diagnosing faults, and working with engine, electrical, and chassis components. You'll train in industry-standard workshops alongside experienced technicians, and you're encouraged to complete a 30-hour work placement. You'll need a relevant Level 1 vocational qualification and English and Maths GCSEs at grade 3 or above to apply.
Who this course is for
This course is perfect if you’re aged 19 or over and looking to take your skills and knowledge of car maintenance and repair further.
Entry requirements
You’ll need a relevant Level 1 vocational qualification with English and Maths GCSE grades 9– 3 (A*– D).
You must be aged 19+ to apply for this course.
What you will learn
You'll remove and replace engine units and components
You'll remove and replace chassis units and components
You'll remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components
You'll carry out routine vehicle maintenance and servicing
You'll diagnose and solve non-complex vehicle faults
You'll apply health and safety practices in a workshop environment
You'll contribute to workplace housekeeping and maintain positive working relationships
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom study and hands-on practical work in industry-standard workshops. Training covers engine, chassis, and electrical systems through practical tasks and guided exercises. You're also encouraged to complete a 30-hour work placement during the course. Assessment is through the IMI qualification framework, combining practical demonstration and underpinning knowledge.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College Highfields Campus 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
Light vehicle mechanic: carry out maintenance on cars and vans
MOT tester assistant: support MOT testing under supervision
Workshop assistant: help with day-to-day vehicle servicing tasks
Fleet maintenance operative: maintain vehicles for a company fleet
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified vehicle technician and take on more complex diagnostics and repairs
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Vehicle Fitting: a work-based route that builds specialist skills in tyre, exhaust, and brake fitting
IMI Level 3 Certificate in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance: covers the growing demand for EV and hybrid vehicle servicing
