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Motor Vehicle

There is a steady demand for trained mechanics and technicians throughout the country. Employment is usually with garages, transport companies, road haulage companies or large organisations with fleets of vehicles. At technician level you will perform skilled diagnostic work, including work on electronic and computer based systems.

The work is challenging and logical involving a lot of problem solving. In larger companies, it is usually possible to gain promotion to supervisory and management jobs. Opportunities also exist in the Armed Forces and organisations such as the RAC/AA and self-employment is also possible.

Career Paths

• Agricultural Vehicles
• Armed Forces
• Goods Vehicles
• Maintenance Engineer
• Motor Trade
• Race Mechanic
• Self Employment
• Vehicle Electrics
• Vehicle Technician
• Welding Industry

Full Time Courses Available

Foundation Motor Vehicle City and Guilds 4101 Progression award in Automotive Studies

Gateway to Motor Vehicle

Motor Vehicle Level 2 City and Guilds 4101 Light Vehicle or 4101 Heavy Vehicle

For enquiries please contact The College on 01983-535210.

If you would like further information and advice on funding, please visit or contact Student Services direct: 01983 550581.