East Sussex College - Hastings - Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 2 Certificate

You can only apply for one course type on an application.

Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

Applying for T-Levels? T-Levels are full-time courses that allow you to focus on one subject.

Applying for Vocational courses? Our technical and professional vocational courses are full-time programmes focusing on one subject. You can apply for up to two courses in the same application.

We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

This City & Guilds accredited qualification is aimed at learners aged 16+ who are looking to start a career as a vehicle technician in the automotive industry. You will learn the skills and knowledge to carry out routine light vehicle maintenance, replacement of Combustion Engine Units and Components, Engine Mechanical, Lubrication and Cooling System Units and vehicle Fuel, Ignition, Air and Exhaust System Units. Successful learners will be able to progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles or apply for an automotive apprenticeship. Course entry requirements: Minimum of GCSEs grade 3 in English and Maths

Your assessments will be made up of 50% practical, 25% coursework and 25% exams.

Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English Language or maths at grade 3.

On completion of the course you can progress onto the Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles. There are a number of career opportunities available to you after finishing this course, for instance you may find roles in the industry working as a semi-skilled mechanic, working in vehicle sales, or perhaps join an apprenticeship or management training scheme.