Level 2 Motorcycle Mechanic Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time during the day over one year. To enrol, you'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, including English or maths at grade 3, or successful completion of a Level 1 motor vehicle course. You'll build practical skills in health, safety, and good housekeeping in the automotive environment. Optional units cover removing and fitting body panels and minor exterior repairs. Assessment combines written work and practical tasks in the workshop.
Who this course is for
This course provides you with transferable skills and understanding of health, safety and good housekeeping in the automotive environment. Optional units include: removing and fitting motor vehicle body panels; minor motor vehicle exterior body panel repairs, and more.
Entry requirements
Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.
What you will learn
You'll apply health, safety, and good housekeeping practices in an automotive workshop environment.
You'll develop transferable skills relevant to current industry practice.
You'll learn to remove and fit motor vehicle body panels.
You'll carry out minor motor vehicle exterior body panel repairs.
You'll complete written and practical assessments to demonstrate your knowledge and skills.
How you will learn
You'll study in a workshop-based classroom setting at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus. Assessment is carried out through written work and practical tasks completed in the workshop. The qualification uses a flexible bank of units that can be tailored to specialised areas of the automotive industry.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to purchase your own PPE before starting, including overalls and safety boots. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Motorcycle mechanic. Service and repair motorcycles in a workshop setting.
Motor vehicle technician. Maintain and diagnose faults across a range of vehicles.
Automotive workshop assistant. Support qualified mechanics in a busy garage.
Vehicle body repair technician. Specialise in panel work and exterior repairs.
Mechanic apprentice. Combine on-the-job training with further qualifications.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies. A broader qualification that builds on this Certificate and deepens your automotive knowledge.
Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle. Earn while you learn and gain industry-recognised skills on the job.
Level 3 NVQ in Motor Vehicle. The qualification many employers look for when hiring skilled technicians.
