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Free Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Ealing. Classes run full-time at Southall Community College, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll cover light vehicle maintenance and repair, from diagnosing faults to carrying out hands-on repairs across a range of systems. The centre recommends you have GCSEs or Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2, plus a Level 2 Motor Vehicle qualification. You'll also have an interview at enrolment to confirm the course is right for you. Graded at Distinction, Merit, or Pass.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds and Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

We recommend that you have:

GCSEs in English and maths at grade 4 or above orFunctional Skills in English and maths at Level 2 and ​Motor Vehicle - Level 2

You will alsohave an interview with our course tutors at enrolment, so we canensure the course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll diagnose faults across a range of light vehicle systems.
  • You'll carry out maintenance and repair work on engines and mechanical components.
  • You'll inspect and service braking, steering, and suspension systems.
  • You'll work with electrical and electronic vehicle systems.
  • You'll interpret technical data and manufacturer specifications.
  • You'll follow safe working practices in a workshop environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based and practical workshop sessions. All your work is marked by your tutors. Assessment is based on demonstrating your skills in real-world situations, and you'll be graded on a scale of Distinction, Merit, Pass, or Unclassified. There are no external exams; your tutors assess your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Light 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 technicians.
  • Vehicle diagnostics technician. Use specialist tools to identify faults.
  • Fleet maintenance technician. Keep a company vehicle fleet roadworthy.
  • Automotive parts advisor. Match parts to vehicles and support workshop teams.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Automotive Management. Moves into supervisory and management roles within the automotive sector.
  • IMI Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The NVQ route supports progression toward Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) status, which many employers look for in experienced technicians.
  • Electric and hybrid vehicle training. Short specialist qualifications covering high-voltage systems, increasingly required as the industry shifts toward electric vehicles.
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