Motor Vehicle

• Level 2 IMI Award MOT Testing
• Level 3 IMI Award in MOT Test Centre Management

Where could your career take you?

The UK automotive industry is a vital part of our economy.

The wider automotive industry  employs more than 856,000 people in over 150 different job roles and our IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry) diplomas are internationally recognised awards that can open the door to job opportunities around the world.

Many of our motor vehicle students have gone on to work for independent garages and main dealerships, and following completion of our level 3 qualification you can train in MOT testing.

Some popular career options include:

• Vehicle technician
• Working within main vehicle dealerships
• Master technician
• Motorsport engineer

Where you’ll be studying

Following a £7 million investment, our purpose- built engineering centre opened its doors in  2018 and contains the very latest equipment and resources. Our new centre includes workshops, a stunning exhibition style showroom, classrooms and a state-of-the-art electronics lab.

Based in our multi-million-pound workshops, which are equipped to industry standard, you’ll develop your technical knowledge and practical know-how in the maintenance of automotive vehicles by using the latest diagnostic equipment.

Our workshop has five bays which makes it the largest in the area and contains advanced diagnostic systems such as Autel MaxiDAS, DEC Superscan, Picoscope, Autel Quadscope, Ethos and VAG-COM.

Your Reaseheath experience

As a motor vehicle student, you’ll get to enjoy behind the scenes trips and visits to relevant businesses and sporting venues including track days and visits to car companies. You may have the opportunity to join in social events such as go-karting and paintballing.

We offer a range of additional qualifications and training which is great for your personal development and it’s a valuable addition to your CV. You can train for level 3 awards in electric/hybrid vehicle system repair and replacement or in automotive refrigerant handling.

We also offer an IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Class 4 and 7)* and IMI Level 3 Award in MOT Test Centre Management* which are approved by VOSA (Vehicle and Operator and Services Agency).

*Candidates must meet entry requirements

Employability

Our courses are hands-on, and we work closely with industry to make sure your skills meet the needs of employers. We have strong links with local automotive companies and other industry professionals including industry partnerships with SYNETIQ (Car Transplants), Smiths Autoparts and Grensons.

Based mainly in our well-equipped workshops, time spent in the classroom is kept to a minimum. With the help of our dedicated staff you’ll develop your knowledge of maintaining automotive vehicles and become familiar with vehicle electrics, engines, chassis systems, and braking systems.

Our Level 2 and Level 3 Diplomas include learning more about vehicle electronics, engine management, chassis technology and modern transmission systems. You’ll also learn about vital workplace health and safety practices, vehicle diagnostics and customer services training to fully prepare you for employment in this sector.

You will also complete a 100 hour work experience placement. We have great industry links with local companies which will enhance your learning and make sure you are career ready.