Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day. This is a focused, year-long route into vehicle maintenance and repair. You'll cover the core skills and knowledge that underpin car mechanic work, from vehicle systems to routine maintenance tasks. There are no specific entry requirements, so the college will assess your starting point and plan your learning from there. The course is delivered by the STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives team.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = SVEHREPM | Course Title = Vehicle Repair & Maintenance (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 6100062X | Qualification Aim Title = Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll identify and describe the main systems in a motor vehicle.
You'll carry out routine vehicle maintenance tasks safely.
You'll use hand tools and workshop equipment correctly.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a workshop environment.
You'll inspect vehicle components and record findings.
You'll develop an understanding of vehicle repair processes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical workshop sessions and classroom-based study at South Tyneside College. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work tied to the City and Guilds qualification. Your progress will be assessed against set criteria throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician apprentice. Entry-level role in a garage or dealership.
Car mechanic. Routine servicing and repair work.
Tyre and exhaust fitter. Specialist fast-fit workshop role.
Breakdown recovery technician. Roadside assistance and basic repairs.
Forecourt or fleet maintenance assistant. Keeping vehicles roadworthy.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology. The natural next step, covering more complex repair and diagnostic work.
Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship. Earn while you learn and work toward a recognised trade qualification.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The qualification that supports a career as a fully skilled vehicle technician.
