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CG Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

at Darlington College, Darlington · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma34 weeksFull time£6,114

What the college says

If you are interested in working with cars and vehicles, then this is the ideal course for you. This is usually referred to as technician training these days, because of the importance of technology and technical work (rather than simply mechanical) in maintaining and repairing vehicles. There are many areas you could work in within the sector. This is a fast moving, dynamic and exciting, often challenging sector to work in. It can be extremely rewarding. The motor trade employs more than half a million people in the UK alone. More than 40 companies manufacture vehicles in the UK, and motor sport is a huge area. Eight Formula One teams are UK based. f you have completed previous motor vehicle studies at level 1 and level 2 certificate then this is a perfect qualification to move onto.

What you need to get on

You will need at least 2x GCSEs (or vocational equivalents) grade 3+ in English and Maths to enrol to this Level 2 course at Diploma stage. All Adult learners must begin at Level 2 (therefore we are able to discuss entry criteria on an individual basis). If you have not achieved a grade 4 or above in English or maths, you will as part of your course be required to work towards this as part of your study programme.

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

  • DARLINGTON COLLEGE

    Central Park Haughton Road, Darlington, DL1 1DR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Darlington

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