Free Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Course in Gravesend

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start13 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Subsidiary Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology course in Gravesend. Classes run at North Kent College Gravesend, full-time during the day. Over one year, you'll study both the theory and practical skills behind routine vehicle maintenance, engine and electrical systems, and chassis components. The programme also includes English and maths development as part of your study. This free subsidiary diploma in light vehicle maintenance and repair technology qualification is awarded by IMI.

Who this course is for

This Level 2 programme involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:

  • Carrying out routine vehicle maintenance
  • Removing and replacing: engine units and components, electrical auxiliary units and components, Chassis units and components
  • Motor vehicle practical
  • Motor vehicle theory
  • Functional/Basic Skills

Our Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.

Students also gain a broad knowledge of health and safety and other skills associated with working in a garage

This course includes the opportunity to take part in an industry placement in a sector relevant to your qualification and study programme. The placement will take place 1 or 2 days per week on the days when you are not in college studying. Industry placements are designed to give you the skills to start work at the end of your studies, progress into an apprenticeship, or to add to your UCAS statement.

What you will learn

  • You'll carry out routine vehicle maintenance tasks safely and correctly.
  • You'll remove and replace engine units and components.
  • You'll work with electrical auxiliary units and components.
  • You'll remove and replace chassis units and components.
  • You'll develop your understanding of motor vehicle theory.
  • You'll build practical workshop skills through hands-on motor vehicle work.
  • You'll develop your English and maths as part of the programme.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom theory sessions and practical workshop activity. Assessment covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of light vehicle maintenance and repair. You'll be assessed on tasks including routine maintenance, component removal and replacement, and your understanding of vehicle systems. English and maths are integrated into the programme and assessed as part of your study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. North Kent College Gravesend 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: carry out statutory vehicle safety inspections.
  • Service advisor: liaise between customers and workshop teams.
  • Parts advisor: source and supply vehicle components.
  • Fleet maintenance technician: maintain vehicles for a company fleet.
  • Roadside assistance technician: diagnose and fix breakdowns on location.

What you could study next

After completing the Level 2 Subsidiary Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology, you could progress to a Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology for deeper technical knowledge. An Apprenticeship as a Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician at Level 3 is another strong route, combining paid work with structured training and leading toward full technician status recognised by employers across the automotive sector.

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