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Free Level 2 Occupational Studies for the Workplace Course in Ashton-under-Lyne

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Oct 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Occupational Studies for the Workplace Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside College one evening a week, combining theory and practical work in the paint refinish and mechanical divisions. This free occupational studies for the workplace course runs for 30 weeks, from November to June, with sessions on one evening a week from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. You'll cover health and safety in the workshop, motor vehicle maintenance, simple fault finding, and problem solving in the workplace. To join, you'll need to have completed the Level 1 NCFE Occupational Studies Motor Vehicle qualification.

Who this course is for

Course Content

� Health and Safety in the workshop

� Assist in motor vehicle maintenance

� Motor vehicle simple fault finding

� Problem solving in the workplace

This course follows on from the Level one

FORMAT

� This is course programme runs for 30 weeks on one evening a week for three hours, 5:30pm -8:30pm from Nov to Jun. The course combines both theory and practical work. You will be working in the paint refinish and mechanical divisions.

Entry requirements

Level 1 Classic Car Restoration (NCFE Level 1 Occupational studies Motor Vehicle) DL0405MQ/1

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety practices in a workshop environment.
  • You'll assist with motor vehicle maintenance tasks in the mechanical division.
  • You'll carry out simple fault finding on motor vehicles.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills in a workplace setting.
  • You'll work practically in both the paint refinish and mechanical divisions.

How you will learn

The course combines theory and practical sessions in the workshop. You'll learn through hands-on work in the paint refinish and mechanical divisions, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment is built into the programme across the 30 weeks, covering the units you study. Your tutor will guide you through both the practical tasks and the underpinning knowledge for each topic.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Motor vehicle technician assistant. Support qualified technicians in a garage or workshop.
  • Paint refinisher. Prepare and refinish vehicle bodywork.
  • Vehicle maintenance operative. Carry out routine checks and basic repairs.
  • Classic car restoration technician. Work on heritage and classic vehicles.
  • Workshop assistant. Support day-to-day operations in an automotive workshop.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The next step for those wanting to qualify as a fully skilled vehicle technician.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Vehicle Damage Refinishing. Builds on the paint refinish work covered in this course.
  • IMI Awards qualifications in automotive engineering. Recognised by employers across the motor vehicle sector.
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