Free Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Hugh Baird College Bootle, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-time route into professional vehicle maintenance. Over 35 weeks, you'll develop the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair light vehicles. The course covers engine systems, electrical systems, chassis and suspension, and transmission. It leads to the IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance, a car mechanic qualification recognised by employers across the automotive industry.
Who this course is for
https://hughbaird.ac.uk/our-courses/sta:College
Entry requirements
https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
What you will learn
You'll inspect and diagnose faults in light vehicle engine systems.
You'll service and repair braking, steering, and suspension systems.
You'll work on vehicle electrical and electronic systems.
You'll carry out transmission and drivetrain maintenance and repair.
You'll use diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle faults.
You'll follow health, safety, and environmental procedures in a workshop setting.
You'll interpret technical data and manufacturer specifications.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions. Assessment combines written assignments, practical tasks, and observations of your work on vehicles. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your competence across the units. Some units may include online or written tests to assess your technical knowledge.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hugh Baird College Bootle will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Light vehicle technician. Service and repair cars at a garage or dealership.
MOT tester. Carry out statutory vehicle safety inspections.
Vehicle diagnostic technician. Use specialist equipment to find and fix faults.
Workshop technician. Maintain and repair vehicles in a commercial workshop.
Fleet maintenance technician. Keep company or public-sector vehicles roadworthy.
Automotive service advisor. Combine technical knowledge with customer-facing work.
What you could study next
IMI Level 4 Diploma in Automotive Management. Moves into workshop management and business operations.
Electric and hybrid vehicle qualifications (Level 3). Essential as the industry shifts toward electric vehicles. IMI and City and Guilds both offer recognised Awards in this area.
MOT Tester Authorisation. A separate DVSA-administered route that lets you carry out official MOT tests.
