Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles (VRQ)
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.
13 providers teach this exact qualification.
North West5
Blackpool and The Fylde College
Blackpool · 1 year
They ask for: If you are at least 19 years old, looking for a career in the automotive industry, or have a keen interest in learning the skills of this rewarding trade, this
Their version£5,280Blackpool and The Fylde College
Blackpool · 1 year
They ask for: GCSE Grade 3-1 (or equivalent) in English and maths/ successful completion of Level 1 in similar subject PlusA successful discussion with a tutorThe ability to
Their version£5,280Cheshire College South and West
Crewe · 408 hours
They ask for: "Typically you will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D or above, including a 3/2 (D/E) combination for maths and English."
Their version£1,650Ashton-Under-Lyne · 1 year
They ask for: You will require an IMI Level 1 qualification in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles or equivalent.
The Trafford and Stockport College Group
Altrincham · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including maths and English Language.
Their versionFree
East of England2
Bedford · 1 year
They ask for: Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
Ipswich · 1 year
They ask for: Three GCSEs at Grade 3 including maths and/or English, or a Level 1 qualification plus maths and/or English at Level 1.
North East2
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Please see our website for current details.
Their version£3,345South Shields · 1 year
They ask for: No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
Their version£1,650
Yorkshire and The Humber1
Leeds · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
London1
London · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£1,650
West Midlands1
North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College
Nuneaton · 1 year
They ask for: Entry requirements are 4 GCSEs at Grade 3(D) or above including English and Maths, or progression from Level 1 or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
East Midlands1
Northampton · 1 year
They ask for: Four GCSEs at Grade 3/D or Level 1 Diploma in Automotive Refinishing plus GCSE English and Maths at Grade 3-1/D-G or Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English and
Their versionFree