Automotive Light Vehicle Service and Repair IMI Level 2 Diploma
at City of Wolverhampton College · college
What the college says
If you want to work in the automotive industry as a vehicle service and repair technician this course will teach you skills to enable you to work in a fast-fit centre. You will develop skills in the specialist areas of basic vehicle diagnostics, light vehicle servicing and repair, and complex mechanical repairs, and will put your learning into practice in a realistic working environment in our modern industry-standard automotive workshop. On completion of the course you will be able to apply for a job at a fast-fit centre, pursue an apprenticeship in the industry, or progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Service and Repair or another automotive related qualification. We have a modern, well-equipped automotive workshop where you will get the chance to use your practical skills by working on a range of different vehicles in a realistic working environment under the supervision of industry-qualified tutors. Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to take part in a range of additional activities to enhance your learning such as industry visits, hearing from inspirational speakers and taking part in fundraising events and industry workshops. *** Advanced Technology and Automotive Centre now open!*** You will train at the new purpose-built £8.1 million purpose-built Advanced Technology and Automotive Centre at the Wellington Road campus, in Bilston, which boasts a 12-bay automotive workshop, a drive-in electric vehicle lab containing simulated training boards
What you need to get on
To access this course you are required to have: Applicants for the full-time course are required to have a Level 1 automotive qualification All applicants will be required to attend an interview/assessment with a member of the college's admissions team
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Wellington Road Campus
Wellington Road, Wolverhampton, WV14 6BT
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Wolverhampton
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