EL3 Entry Level 3

Full Time

1 September 2025 — 19 June 2026

City Centre Campus, Cardiff

Vehicle Body Repair and Refinishing (Entry)

About this course

This Entry Level Automotive course is a great introduction to the automotive trade, covering the main aspects of vehicle body repair and paint at a beginner’s level.

Throughout the duration of the course, pupils will develop their skills and knowledge of the sector in dedicated workshops and classrooms, working alongside industry qualified staff and taking part in various work placements.

What you will study

This qualification consists of a combination of units from:

Health and Safety practices
Foundation Skills
Personal Social Development (PSD)
MET (Mechanical Electrical Trim)
Body
Refinishing
Valeting

Students will work on real vehicles, using equipment similar to that used in garage repair workshops.

Entry requirements

A desire to work within the Automotive Industry. Successful candidates will require PPE for this course, including steel toe cap boots and overalls.

Important points

The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
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Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.