Level 1 Vehicle Accident Repair Multiskilled


  • Start Date: 07/09/2026
  • Course is for: School Leaver
  • Course Length: 1 Year
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If you’re not sure if you want to work as a mechanic or a body and paint repairer then this course is ideal for you.

Through a range of practical sessions you’ll get a taste of both to help you decide and prepare you for your next level of study.

You’ll gain the basic skills you need as well as developing your employability, communication and social skills.

Assessment

You will be assessed via observation of practical activity, supported by verbal questioning and the completion of a practical assessment workbook which will contain a variety of practical tasks and knowledge based questions to cover all learning modules.

You will also undertake online multiple choice tests which will be graded as pass, merit, or distinction.

Our teaching team are all industry experts with many years of experience working in the automotive sector.

We’re connected to some of the best known employers in the region including:

  • Halfords
  • Arriva
  • Go North East
  • Bristol Street Motors
  • Bells Trucks
  • Nationwide Accident Repair
  • CF Recovery as well a number of small independent specialist dealers such as Aston Workshop.

This means you’ll be plugged into the world of work from day one and get the opportunity to learn first hand what employers are looking for in new recruits and apprentices.

You’ll also take part in work experience, working as part of a professional team.

You will study in our state-of-the-art Skills Academy for Automotive, Engineering, Manufacturing and Logistics on Team Valley in Gateshead.

This academy is fully equipped with dedicated vehicle maintenance workshops, body shop, two spray painting booths, welding facilities and a rolling road as well as social spaces and a café.

Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.

We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.

Our specialist teams can help with:

  • Learning difficulties
  • Physical and sensory disabilities
  • Dyslexia, dyspraxia, neurodiversity or other specific learning difficulties
  • Mental health and well being
  • Exam access arrangements
  • Money, finance and bursary advice
  • Careers advice, job and university applications

      See here for more information, pop into one of our enrolment events, or call us on 0191 490 4627.

    • Other Costs

      There will be an additional cost of £26.50 for safety boots and coveralls.

      This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.

      Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.

      For one to one advice, contact our friendly team who will assess your individual circumstances and give you the right information. You can contact them on Call 0191 490 2430 or email [email protected] or via Live Chat. Or pop along to one of our Enrolment Events.

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