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Description:
Following this course, you will be prepared for a career in the motor vehicle industry.
The course covers a range of skills and knowledge including:
- Maintaining positive working relationships
- Routine vehicle maintenance
- Removing and replacing:
i. Engine units and components
ii. Auxiliary electrical units and components
iii. Chassis units and components - Pre and post-work vehicle inspections.
You will be encouraged to find a work placement for a minimum of five days to gain garage experience.
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This particular course represents a pathway to further progression towards much higher level qualifications that are run by the South Coast Institute of Technology.
The South Coast Institute of Technology is a collaboration of five further education colleges and two universities. We work with well known employers to deliver industry-led courses which fill skills gaps and support the economic growth of the South Coast. You can read more about the South Coast Institute of Technology by clicking the button below. South Coast IoT
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3155
1 Year
Five GCSEs at grade 9-3 including Science, English and Maths, or a full Level 1 Motor Vehicle qualification or equivalent experience and knowledge.
On completion of the Level 2 course, you will be interviewed and assessed for suitability to progress to Level 3. You could also continue studying on an Apprenticeship scheme, or go straight into employment as a mechanic in a garage or auto repair workshop, in agricultural machinery repair/maintenance, the Armed Forces (transport) or a roadside recovery office.
Availability & Enrolment:
Will I have to pay fees?
School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies.
If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. Find more information on Advanced Learner Loans on our website.
If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived:
- Universal Credit
- Income Support
You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course).
* If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement.
It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.
For any questions about fees, remissions and entitlements, please contact our helpful Careers Team on 01329 815 200.