Motor Vehicle - Service & Repair - Level 3

The course will engage and motivate you, as you learn about the maintenance of motor vehicles and the various roles that are available in the retail motor industry. The course is practical and includes many visual questioning techniques which will stimulate and interest you. The learning outcomes are assessed by a variety of task-based assessments, observation, oral questioning and online assessments.

The Level 3 qualification covers details of modern vehicle technologies and industry operating systems in advanced diagnostic skills, in both mechanical and electronic fault finding. You will learn not only how we diagnose with scan tools, but more importantly, how we use a wide range of diagnostic methods. You will learn a wide range of skills, from talking to customers to using some of today's advanced tools to enable the correct diagnosis first time, every time.

You will need:

• A full level 2 qualification in motor vehicle with good attendance and reviews studied at CWA or another further education provider. This does not include level 2 courses studied at school alongside GCSEs.

You will be invited to an interview to help us ensure the course is right for you.

How long is this course?

1 years

When does this course start?

08/09/2025

How many hours / days per week is this course?

Full-time courses at CWA are generally 3 - 4 days per week (though you may be in for an extra day if you are resitting English and / or Maths). The college day is typically longer than a day at school and students will need to plan their individual study in their free time (including individual study hours which are recorded at college in the Learning Resource Centre or other study areas). Work experience will be a key component of your course and most students will complete a minimum of 60 hours per academic year (on top of their college hours), depending on the course they are studying. CWA has a dedicated team of work placement co-ordinators to support you with this.

Age	Cost
16-18	Free*
19+	£5,400

* Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and equipment. These costs will be confirmed to you at enrolment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional costs related to the programme, such as additional equipment and uniform, educational trips and work placement costs. Full details will be sent to applicants before enrolment.

Find all the information you need about course fees and financial help below.

Information on Fees and Financial Help

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

500/9814/7 IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles (VRQ).

How is my course assessed?

The course is assessed through a combination of practical and theory assignments.