Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Service and Repair

This programme is designed for learners who already possess a Level 2 motor vehicle qualification. Progression from the programme would be onto a motor vehicle management qualification.

Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Service and Repair.

You will be trained to a fully qualified level by our expert teachers which will allow you to progress with the required time served industry experience onto the MOT Tester qualification.

This course will also ensure you will gain an appreciation of the operation of a commercial garage and develop skills in customer service. You’ll have a mixture of classroom and workshop-based learning to successfully complete the course with progression into full-time employment the most common outcome.

The course covers several units to equip you for a career in light vehicle service and repair. Units include:

• Diagnosing and rectifying
• Vehicle auxiliary electrical faults (including Hybrid vehicles)
• Light vehicle engine faults
• Light vehicle transmission faults
• Light vehicle chassis system faults
• Hybrid Vehicle Systems
• Customer care.

You will be required to study English and Maths if you do not have a grade 4 or above.

Each unit within the course is assessed via an online exam and several practcal tasks. Each of these tasks are also underpinned with written worksheets and assessments.

Students will be expected to provide their own overalls, safety shoes and contribute to the cost of any additional enrichment activities.

Following the successful completion of this course, you could progress into full-time work within the motor industry.

You will have the opportunity to study in our brand new, purpose-built automotive centre and be guided by our expert and experienced teachers.

An industry-based work placement is essential with this course and we’ll help you find a suitable one to aid your development and work experience.

You will visit vehicle manufacturers and garages to observe the skills you are learning and put these into practice during your work experience.

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk