Application Instructions
Applications Open - Wednesday, 5 November 2025
Applications Close - Open all year
How to Apply - Apply through KentChoices
PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment
Course Summary
About the Course
This hands-on, industry-aligned qualification is your gateway into the world of automotive service and repair. Developed in collaboration with employers and technical experts, the?City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma (7292)?is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs) needed to begin a successful career as a?Light Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician.
Whether you're passionate about cars, enjoy problem-solving, or want to work in a fast-paced, evolving industry, this course offers the perfect foundation.
What You?ll Learn
Throughout the course, you?ll gain a strong understanding of:
Vehicle systems and components?(engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, etc.)
Routine maintenance and servicing procedures
Diagnosis and repair of mechanical and electrical faults
Health, safety, and sustainability in the automotive environment
Customer service and workplace professionalism
Entry requirements
To enrol, you?ll typically need:
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above, including English and Maths
A?genuine interest in the motor vehicle industry
A successful?interview and initial assessment?to determine suitability
If you don?t meet the entry criteria, we may offer you a place on a relevant Level 1 course to help you progress.
Your next steps...
Upon successful completion, you?ll be well-prepared to:
Progress to a?Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship
Enter employment in the automotive sector as a?Trainee Technician?or?Workshop Assistant
Additional information
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