Application Instructions
Applications Open - 26th September 2025
Applications Close - 14th August 2026 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.
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Course Summary
Knowledge assessments
Practical assessments
On-line Exams
Course Details
Auto electricians work with a range of motor vehicle electronics, such as ignition systems, alarms, immobilisers, tracking devices, electric windows, mirrors, seats, air-conditioning, customised LED or neon lighting kits, parking warning systems, and reverse cameras, among others.
The role usually involves checking and testing wiring, diagnosing faults, and repairing or replacing faulty parts.
This Level 2 learning programme involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:
Locating and Correcting Simple Electrical Faults
Enhancing Vehicle Electrical Systems
Inspecting Vehicles Using Prescribed Methods
Overhauling Electrical Units
Functional/Basic Skills
Our Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.
Students also gain a broad knowledge of health and safety and other skills associated with working in a garage
This course includes the opportunity to take part in an industry placement in a sector relevant to your qualification and study programme. The placement will take place 1 or 2 days per week on the days when you are not in college studying. Industry placements are designed to give you the skills to start work at the end of your studies, progress into an apprenticeship, or to add to your UCAS statement.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Knowledge assessments
Practical assessments
On-line Exams
Entry requirements
Level 1 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and 4-9 Grade in Maths and English or equivalent
Your next steps...
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ)
L3 Diploma in Auto Electrical and Mobile Electrical Principles
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