Or Application Form to be returned to Student Services
This is a level 2 qualification designed to provide a standardised approach for the delivery and assessment of the knowledge and skills requirements. It also provides the knowledge requirements for its related VCQ and forms the knowledge component of the IMI SSC Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship framework (for Light Vehicle).
This VRQ offers an ideal step to the Vocational Competence Qualification (VCQ) for those who are employed, and wish to continue with their studies, as the knowledge at Level 2 meets that of the related VCQ. This qualification also forms the knowledge component (technical certificate) of the IMI SSC Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship framework (for the Light Vehicle). It counts towards a Level 2 Apprenticeship.
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 1, suitable equivalent vehicle qualification or minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above.
Satisfactory interview, assessment, school report and/or satisfactory reference.
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.
Appropriate safety equipment is required including protective overalls and steel toe capped boots.
Students are assessed through practical assessments, on line theory questions and exams. The assessment of this VRQ is made up of 2 components: a. IMI Awards set Practical Tasks b. IMI Awards set Online Testing
You must attend regularly and punctually.
Information Technology - Basic computer skills would be an advantage but not essential.
Are you aged 16-18?
Study programmes are full-time courses for 16-18 year olds which include:
- A qualification such as BTEC Extended Diploma
- Meaningful work experience or preparation for work
- English and maths, if you don't already have GCSE grade A* - C or Grade 4 or above in English and maths
- Non-study activities such as tutorials, voluntary work, fund-raising/charity work, sport or trips
Progression onto Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 3, apprenticeship or employment.
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If you are aged 16-18:
This study programme will be FREE for most students who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, or students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Fee : £2100.00
This course is FREE if you are aged 19+, unemployed/in receipt of eligible benefits or in work earning less than £17,550 annual gross salary (or £9/hour), and you do not have a level 3 qualification. Please see our Fees and Discounts leaflet for details, or call 0151 551 7777.
The fee quoted is for the academic year 2019-20.
Planned Timetable
| Day | Times | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 11:30 — 14:00 | 12 Quays |
| Thursday | 13:00 — 17:00 | 12 Quays |
| Friday | 09:00 — 16:00 | 12 Quays |
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services on 0151 551 7777 or call into our Conway Park Campus. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11 to 4pm and Wednesdays 4 to 6.30pm (term time only).
