Welcome to the Aspiring Automotive Maintenance Professional programme at Wirral Met. This programme has been designed to give you the skills and knowledge to start your journey towards your dream career in the exciting Automotive industry.
Alongside developing your technical abilities, the programme will help you to get work ready by building on your confidence and interpersonal skills.
You will have the opportunity to try out a range of subject areas related to the Automotive industry, allowing you to explore different career paths and discover your strengths before progressing onto a Level 2 qualification.
The programme will help you to improve your Maths and English, develop technical skills, gain work experience and get involved in extra-curricular activities and tutorials. It has been designed to help you develop professionally and supports your progression.
Alongside subject specific knowledge you'll have the opportunity to improve your Maths, English and Digital skills — essential for helping you get a job in the future. You will benefit from the guidance of passionate and experienced teachers who are invested in your success. They will provide personalised support, constructive feedback, and a listening ear every step of the way.
These programmes are all about supporting your journey. You'll develop your study and communication skills, learn to manage your time effectively and conquer every challenge with confidence.
Get a taste of the professional world with industry insights, guest speakers and work experience opportunities. We'll help you craft the perfect CV and prepare you for job interviews
The subject specific knowledge you will cover
includes:
- Health and safety practices in the Automotive
- Automotive foundation skills
- Tools, equipment and materials for vehicle maintenance
- Skills in materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment
- Spark ignition engine systems, components and operation
- Compression ignition engine systems, components and operation
- Steering and suspension systems components and maintenance (4 wheels or more)
- Vehicle braking systems components and maintenance
This is a Study Programme for students aged 16-18 years.
If you are yet to gain any formal qualifications (e.g. GCSE's) you will be enrolled onto our Aspiring Professionals Programme which is perfect for progression to further study at level 2 or alternatively an apprenticeship route into employment.
Basic levels of literacy and numeracy are required for you to study at this level (grade 2 or below in English/Maths)
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
To learn effectively on this course, you will need to use certain items of equipment to undertake particular activities as part of your studies. This will incur additional costs.
Financial support may be available to assist you with additional costs incurred by this course. For more information visit https://www.wmc.ac.uk/student-support/financial-support/bursaries-loans
If you have not achieved a grade 4/C or higher in English and Maths, you will work alongside your course to complete this.
An interview for all candidates will be arranged with a member of the teaching team where you will have an opportunity to discuss the course and your individual needs.
This programme offers progression to the following courses:
- Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Inspection
- Level 2 Vehicle Detailing
You could progress to these Wirral Met courses:
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If you are aged 16-18:
Free
This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
Fee : £1295.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form