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Motor Vehicle Skills (Level 2 Apprenticeship / Traineeship)

OCNNI
Apprenticeships & Traineeships

Course Overview

This course combines the practical hands-on experience of the workplace with the knowledge, skills and understanding gained in the College classroom and workshops enabling you to successfully achieve a Level 2 NVQ in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. This course entails everything from bumper to bumper on a light vehicle that will allow you to competently work on all aspects of light vehiclesCore modules include:• Health and Safety• Positive Working Relationships• Fabrication• Vehicle Servicing• Engine principles and operation• Vehicle Electrical Systems• Vehicle Chassis Systems• Vehicle Transmission systems.Our students also have the opportunity to compete in Regional and UK Competitions with the aim of representation at World Skills. To succeed every NWRC student requires determination, an interest of the subject, commitment to your studies and a good work ethic.Students who enter programme without Maths, English and ICT at grade C or above must also attend additional essential skills which allows for progression to Level 3.The Awarding Body for this course is IMI.
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    2 Years
  • Campus
    Springtown
    Greystone

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  • Course: Open College Network NI (OCN NI) Level 2 Apprenticeship / Traineeship Motor Vehicle Skills
    Campus: Springtown
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 31/08/2026
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  • Course: Open College Network NI (OCN NI) Level 2 Apprenticeship / Traineeship Motor Vehicle Skills
    Campus: Greystone
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 31/08/2026
    Fees:
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Course Offering

  • Site location Springtown Limavady Greystone

Course Modules

  • OCN Level 2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Skills
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Traineeship - 4 GCSEs Grades A-G to include Maths at Grade D and English Grade E as a minimum. Apprenticeship - GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above/equivalent. You must also have employment with a N.Ireland registered company confirmed by 31/07/2026. Applicants without ICT @ Level 2 must commit to a additional class for this to be achieved in first year of programme. PT evening ICT classes @nwrc available prior to September 2026.

ROI Requirements

Traineeship - 4 OLCs Grades O1-O8 to include Maths at Grade O5 and English Grade O6 as a minimum. Apprenticeship - Leaving Certificate English and Maths at Grade O4 or above. You must also have employment with a N.Ireland registered company confirmed by 31/07/2026. Applicants without ICT @ Level 2 must commit to attending an additional class for this to be achieved in first year of programme. PT evening ICT classes @nwrc available prior to September 2026.

Work Placement

Traineeship Students will initially be provided with in college work placement which will prepare students for industrial placements if gained through the academic year. Apprenticeship You are employed so you attend NWRC 1 day per week to complete the Level 2 qualification and you will also be assessed on site by NWRC Assessor. You may also be required to attend college on days outside of the normal class day should Ess. skills be required.

Fee Information

  • Additional Fees
  • Uniform - PPE required for workshop activities safety boots & overalls college cover the cost

What's Next?

Further Study

On successful completion of level 2 qualification it is possible to complete level 3 through Apprenticeship NI route or part time FE route. Students go on to L4/5 and Degree programmes and our Lecturers have all come through the Apprenticeship programme.

Career Prospects

Salary GuideStarter: £18,000Experienced: £21,000 to £27,000Highly Experienced: £28,000 to £35,000With experience, you could become a senior technician, workshop supervisor or garage manager.You could work as a breakdown engineer or MOT tester, or specialise in a particular area like motorsport engineering.You could also work on electric and hybrid cars, or specialise in tuning and modifying vehicles for higher performance.You could also set up your own business.

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Meet our students

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    I've always wanted to learn Sign Language and this course fitted in perfectly with my full-time work. I enjoyed it so much I've decided to continue my learning next year.
    Breidge Patton (British Sign Language)
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    I progressed from NWRC directly into final year of a degree programme at Glasgow School of Art, along with my twin sister.
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