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Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technician Diploma

at South Devon College, Paignton · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeTechnical Occupational Qualification1 monthPart time£4,350

What the college says

This course offers direct entry and is an excellent progression route if you have completed the Light Vehicle Inspection Technician course or the Light Vehicle Level 1 Diploma. It is ideal if you hold strong GCSE qualifications or want to advance your automotive skills.You will build on your existing knowledge by exploring vehicle maintenance and repair components in greater detail, gaining advanced skills essential for success in this fast-paced and evolving industry.The Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technician course combines practical workshop activities with theory sessions, making it perfect if you enjoy hands-on learning and want to deepen your understanding of the automotive sector.You will work towards achieving the IMI Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry in Automotive Care Diploma. When you complete the course, and depending on your English and maths levels, you could progress into an apprenticeship within the automotive sector or move on to the Level 3 Automotive course.

What you need to get on

You should have a genuine interest in this subject, You will need to have achieved a GCSE in Maths or English at grade C / 4 or above, Ideally completed the Light Vehicle Inspection Technician Level 2.

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

  • Vantage Point Main Building

    Long Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Paignton

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