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Diploma in Vehicle Inspection IMI Level 2 (VRQ) - Adult

at Wirral Metropolitan College, Birkenhead · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearPart time

What the college says

It provides learners with the opportunity to study both the theory and practical aspects of a range of routine vehicle inspection, fitting and maintenance procedures: Routine light vehicle maintenance, including engine systems. Inspecting, repairing and replacing light vehicle: standard and high performance tyres. Carrying out light vehicle four wheel alignment. Inspecting and replacing light vehicle: exhaust components, suspension dampers & springs, vehicle batteries and braking systems & components. Learners also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace, agreeing customer vehicle needs and other skills associated with working in a garage.

What you need to get on

You must be 19 or over on or before 31st August to study on this course. Applicants may be considered on their individual skills and experience. You do not need formal qualifications for this course. However, you must be able to read and write clearly, interpret tasks, be willing to work independently, produce answers in a legible and understandable form and organise information clearly and coherently. Satisfactory interview and demonstrate your interest in this career pathway. If English is not

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?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Twelve Quays

    Morpeth Dock Shore Road, Birkenhead, CH41 1AG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Birkenhead

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