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Level 1
Motor Vehicle | Vehicle Maintenance | City & Guilds Certificate/Diploma Level 1
COURSE OVERVIEW
On this vehicle maintenance course, you will learn about the functions of the complex systems within today’s vehicles, developing practical and diagnostics skills. You will learn how these systems integrate with each other to operate to the manufacturer’s specifications.
The practical approach of the course will develop your hands-on diagnostics skills. The classes are 50% theory and 50% practical. The tutors and technicians are all industry-experienced, giving them the insight and knowledge needed to prepare you for employment, further study, or an apprenticeship. Assessments are a combination of written, practical and two online examinations.
Our Shoreham Airport Campus offers a truly unique learning experience; Motorsport, Aero, and Motor Vehicle students work in hangars, workshops, and high-tech classrooms equipped with the very latest tools, machinery, and software.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Start at Level 1 if you have at least two GCSEs at grade 2 (F) or above, preferably including English and maths.
After Level 1, you can progress to the Level 2 course, either full-time or as an apprentice (90% attendance record required).
Future careers:
- Dealership mechanic
- Diagnostic technician
- MOT tester
- Auto electrician
- Roadside assistance technician
- Parts advisor
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity observations, academic coursework and industry placements. Assessments are based around ‘real-life’ projects and industry or workplace scenarios including work experience. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.
*FREE* Online short courses
Financial support
The applicable fees for this course, including any available discounts, will be listed in the information above.
How to apply
Once you have created an account, you can easily apply to your chosen course and track the status of your application at any time.
HOW THE APPLICATION PROCESS WORKS
Step 1
Set Up Your Account
You’ll be prompted to create an account which will allow you to log in to our Application Tracker website whenever you wish. This will provide you with important information and you can also track the progress of your application.
Step 2
Apply
Complete each step of the application form and then submit your completed form. We’ll let you know when we’ve safely received it with an acknowledgement email.
Step 3
Application Review Meeting
Before offering you a place at college, we’ll meet with you (either in person, by telephone or online). We’ll send you a link to our booking page where you can select a time that’s convenient for you.
Step 4
Accept Your Place
Offers will be sent to you via the email address you have provided. The offer will be conditional, based on predicted GCSE grades. You’ll need to accept your offer within 14 days to secure your place.
Step 5
What next?
Once you receive your GCSE results, you’ll need to get in touch with the college to inform us of them and start your enrolment process.
BOOK AN OPEN DAY
If you want to find out more about what Northbrook College has to offer why not join us at our next open day.
Visit our one of our specialist campuses to see our industry-standard facilities and meet our expert tutors.