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.
This Vehicle Accident Repair (Multi-Skilled) course is the perfect introduction to body repair, paint application, mechanical, electrical and trim.
You will work on the latest vehicles including EV and hybrid.
You will work within dedicated workshops, learning about metal preparation techniques and body fillers.
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.
There will be an additional cost of £26.50 for safety boots and coveralls.
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.
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:
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.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free or reduced price 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.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront in full and qualify for a 10% discount.
You can get more information at our enrolment events, by calling 0191 490 2246 or email us at [email protected]
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.
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View or download our course guide for 16-18 year olds.