Level 1 Certificate in Automotive Refinishing

Times: Full-time Duration:1 Year Fee: £750
Full-Time courses for 16-18 School Leavers are Free.

If you are aged between 19 and 23 and don't already hold a qualification equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, and you need to study at Entry or Level 1 to progress to Level 2, tuition fees will be waived. If you meet the Eligible Benefit criteria, tuition fees will be waived. (Registration Fees will still apply).
Course Content: This course is your first step to become a qualified Paint Sprayer in the Motor Vehicle industry. The course contains theory and practical work with practical assessments taking place in the workshop.

The course covers:

• Health and safety

• Painting equipment and materials

• Preparing surfaces for repainting

• Applying base coat and primer

• Spraying techniques

• Applying basic top coat

• Tools and equipment

The Technical Award covers the criteria for phase one of the Modern Apprenticeship Framework for vehicle refinishing, therefore it is an ideal programme for students wishing to progress to employment and follow a Modern Apprenticeship.

Students are required to purchase their own tools; this is arranged with the tutor within the first four weeks of the course. Entry Qualification: Ideally you should have 3 GCSEs Grade D or above including Maths, Science and English. Special Features: You will have the advantage of working with and learning from a standard of equipment that mirrors the Motor Vehicle industry. Course Format: 2½ days per week Progression: Technical Certificate (Second year)