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Level 1 Vehicle Accident Repair

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This engaging and motivating Vocationally Related Qualification (VRQ) is generally aimed at learners 16-19 years old who have a keen interest to learn about vehicle accident repair. The course is made up of 14 exciting and engaging units related to cutting edge industry approved vehicle panel repair and paint techniques incorporating the knowledge skills and behaviours needed to enter into the vehicle body and paint repair sector. This is delivered over a number of days where you will undertake practical and theory sessions each week. The units you will undertake are - � L1AM01 - Health and Safety in the Workplace � L1AM02 - Tools, Equipment and Consumable Materials for Vehicle Maintenance � L1AR03 - Introduction to Metal Preparation � L1AR04 - Panel Removal and Refitting � L1AR05 - Minor Panel Damage Repairs � L1AR06 - Vehicle Welding Techniques � L1AR09 - Vehicle Paint Preparation � L1AR10 - Spray Gun Components and Maintenance � L1AR11 - Paint Spraying and Masking Techniques � L1AR12 - Primer Preparation and application Techniques � L1AR14 - Panel Joint Sealing and Corrosion Protection � L1AR15 - Removing and Applying Graphics and Lettering � L1AR16 - Vehicle Exterior Valeting and Detailing � L1AR17 - Vehicle Interior Valeting and Detailing

What you need to get on

GCSEs are needed for this course, preferably in maths, English and a science is desirable. You should have a keen interest in the field of vehicle accident repairs.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

  • Beaufort Road

    Beaufort Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6NX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ashton-Under-Lyne

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