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Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Loughborough College Group

Radmoor Road, Loughborough, Loughborough, Leics, LE11 3BT

National Award (BTEC)
Level 3
Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

Available start dates

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026
Loughborough College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This qualification covers the technical needs of today�s motor vehicle repair industry, working on all types of light vehicles. It�s ideal for anyone looking to be a vehicle technician or MOT tester. Challenge yourself in a practical working environment.

Covering all light vehicle technologies at an advanced level, learners will be expected to carry out practical diagnostic fault-finding tasks. As a practical-based course, it provides the essential knowledge to be a service technician working on cars and vans in all types of garages, dealerships, and maintenance depots.

There are also opportunities to undertake air-conditioning manual handling certification and potential to upskill to be able to work on EV and hybrid vehicles, to further enhance your employability.

As part of the course, we will provide overalls, safety boots and safety glasses.

There is a course fee of �50 for all learning materials, including E-books.

Course Details

  • Light vehicle diagnosis and repair principles of engine systems
  • Braking systems
  • Steering systems
  • Suspension systems
  • Transmission
  • Electrical systems
  • Work experience

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4/C including maths and English Language.

And

Successful completion of the AFG0061 Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and a satisfactory reference.

Your next steps...

Upon completion of this course, you can progress on to further study or enter into employment in the automotive industry as, for example, a vehicle technician or MOT tester.


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