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Light Vehicle Maintenance Diploma

at South & City College Birmingham, Birmingham · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull timePart time

What the college says

Do you want to learn to become a mechanic? This course is designed for those that wish to start a career in the automotive industry working on cars. The technology of the modern motor vehicle has advanced rapidly during the last two decades. This Level 1 course will be the starting point for those who have yet to achieve their GCSE grades. During this course you will develop the basic skills to work and maintain the modern light vehicle, whilst also supporting you gaining English and maths core skills, which are required to move on to the Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

What you need to get on

Due to advances in technology within the automotive industry, it is important to recognise the complexity of the modern motor vehicle. With this qualification, we are looking for a learner that can demonstrate good mechanical comprehension, mechanical ability, and the willingness to learn. A good, basic understanding of the technology involved in the modern light vehicle is ideal. With this, we also expect to see learners with GCSE grades 2 and above in Maths and English or a Functional skills i

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

  • Technology Centre

    Fordrough Lane Bordesley Green, Birmingham, B9 5NA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Birmingham
  • 7 September 2026 · Birmingham
  • 7 September 2026 · Birmingham

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