PART-TIME MOTOR VEHICLE COURSES FOR ADULTS
You could make a successful career out of your interest in motor vehicles, starting with one of our courses.
You’ll learn from tutors who are all fully qualified mechanics and have industry experience, so they are the best people to learn from and guide you.
It doesn’t matter what level you are. We offer a number of beginner to intermediate courses to help kick-start your career in the motor vehicle industry, with clear progression so you can improve and refine your skills.
Learn by doing. As a Weston College student, you’ll have access to our million pound Automotive Training Centre, providing you with the best training and giving you the opportunity to realty get involved and put theory into practice.
Whether you want to become a mechanic or be able to repair your own car, skills in motor vehicle maintenance will always come in handy and we’re bound to have a course to suit you.
Careers in Motor Vehicle
Here are just a few examples of job titles that have been advertised in the South West region within the last year.
We've bundled the best education in the area with career boosted benefits - and are leveraging our contacts as one of the largest Colleges in the country to give you the best possible chance of success.
We work with a range of employer partners and have a number of industry accreditations. These are all important factors in ensuring your study programme with us make s you job-ready. These include: Carbase, Halfords, Institute of the Motor Industry, ADT, Howards Motor Group, Mill Auto and more ...
Why choose us?
All levels. Whether you're pursuing a career or just want to know how to fix your car yourself, we offer a range of levels to suit everyone.
Our facilities. Our amazing facilities, based at our South West Skills Campus, will give you access to industry standard tools and equipment.
Course content. Regardless of level, our courses are designed with you in mind. You’re guaranteed to get the skills and knowledge to help you achieve your goals.
Links with businesses. We’ve got links with some top businesses in the industry, which is how we know we’re teaching you what you need to know.
Happy to help. Our tutors are always willing to go the extra mile to progress your learning, so if something you want to know isn’t covered on your course, just ask!
Available Automotive courses
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
A qualification in the motor vehicle sector could lead to many job opportunities and successful career paths.
New car registrations are at the highest level in over a decade. With an increase in the number of cars, including the huge demand for electric and hybrid cars, there is steady demand for skilled people who are trained in motor vehicle maintenance. The wider automotive industry, including manufacturing, retail and finance, currently employs over 780,000 people across the UK.
What could you earn?
Some suggested annual salary ranges for those working in the automotive industry include:
- Motor vehicle technician - £15,000 to £20,000
- Formula 1 mechanic - £45,000 to £150,000
- Motorsport engineer - £18,000 to £40,000
- Motor vehicle breakdown engineer - £20,000 to £30,000
- Automotive engineer - £20,000 to £50,000
Facts
- The UK motor industry is one of the most exciting sectors in Europe, with almost 3,500 companies associated with the industry
- 80% of the world’s high-performance mechanical engineers are from the UK
- The number of vehicle maintenance and repair businesses has increased by over 48% in the last decade
- The Bristol and Somerset area accounts for 11% of all employment within the vehicle maintenance and repair industry.
- There are over 31 million vehicles registered on the roads in Great Britain
- The number of vehicle maintenance and repair businesses has increased by 48% over the last decade
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
As a student representative, he contributed to improving the student experience. Now excelling in his studies, Lewis continues to develop his skills and showcase his potential as a talented automotive mechanic.
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<p>Recently, the UK’s largest bus operator, <a href="https://www.stagecoachbus.com/">Stagecoach</a>, and <a href="https://wdct.uk/">Weston & District Community Transport</a>, a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable to all door-to-door transport for the elderly, disabled and less advantaged residents, visited our Bus Bootcamp learners for a session about careers and opportunities within their company.</p><p><a href="https://www.stagecoachbus.com/">Stagecoach</a> delivered an engaging presentation to our Bus Bootcamp learners, which offered an insightful overview of the company, inspiring employee progression stories, introductions to key team members, a showcase of the Bristol network, and a look into Stagecoach’s company vision – concluding with an interactive Q&A session.</p><p> </p><drupal-entity data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a21ff9b7-ef4c-4a20-8728-067f2be5f97e" data-embed-button="file_browser" data-entity-embed-display="image:image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="{"image_style":"max_650x650","image_link":"file","image_loading":{"attribute":"lazy"}}"> </drupal-entity><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.stagecoachbus.com/">Stagecoach</a> arrived in one of their own training buses, giving learners the unique opportunity to get behind the wheel and experience what it’s really like to drive a bus. The visit concluded with one-to-one interviews between the learners and Stagecoach representatives, providing an excellent opportunity to discuss future career prospects within the company.</p><p><a href="https://wdct.uk/">Weston & District Community Transport </a>provided the bootcamp learners with an engaging overview of their community transport service, highlighting the vital role they play in supporting local residents and improving accessibility across the area. They also shared valuable insights into the different career pathways available within their organisation, explaining how the learners could take their first steps towards building a rewarding career in community transport.</p><p>John Fowler, Head of Construction Training Centre, said, <em>“I’d like to thank the employers and learners that attended the Bus Bootcamp employer day, the feedback from both was amazing as learners found out about working for different employers with different offers of employment. They also attended interviews with one of the employers in advance of passing their tests.”</em></p><p>We still have spaces available for the next Bus Bootcamp intake in December, click here to apply <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/automotive/bus…;– Bus Driver PCV | Weston College.</a></p>
<p>It is vital that businesses keep their workers up to date with the latest industry trends and skills, and this is key for businesses in the automotive industry, where the likes of electric vehicles are constantly evolving and expanding.</p><p>To help automotive businesses with upskilling their staff, we offer <strong>Skills Bootcamps for Electric Vehicles, </strong>funded by the <strong>West of England Mayoral Combined Authority. </strong>This Skills Bootcamp runs over <strong>10 weeks </strong>(day release, <strong>1 day per week</strong> for 10 weeks) and equips staff with the technical knowledge and practical skills to confidently and safely maintain and repair electric and hybrid vehicles.</p><p>On completion, learners will be able to work safely on electric/hybrid vehicles and carry out essential tasks including<strong> high-voltage system repairs, data recording,</strong> and <strong>recommending maintenance solutions.</strong> The Skills Bootcamp includes a blend of classroom-based and hands-on workshop learning, preparing participants to meet the demands of the fast-evolving electric vehicle (EV) market.</p><p>Our Skills Bootcamps have paved the way for numerous inspiring success stories, and one standout example is Jack Goodall and <a href="https://www.aandd4x4.co.uk/">A&D 4x4 Ltd.</a></p><p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ALkS_0ZZ34g?si=BiGkRG_6aFVhLhqw" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> </p><p><a href="https://www.aandd4x4.co.uk/">A&D 4X4 </a>is an automotive company focused primarily in the Land Rover market, which increasingly involves hybrid and electric vehicle technologies. As the automotive industry shifts towards greener alternatives, it has become crucial for their technicians to possess skills in maintaining and repairing electric and hybrid vehicles.</p><p>Jack Goodall participated in the Electric Vehicle Skills Bootcamp, where he gained valuable, up-to-date knowledge and hands-on experience with these emerging technologies. Since completing the program, Jack has integrated the skills and insights he acquired into his daily work at <a href="https://www.aandd4x4.co.uk/">A&D 4X4</a>, greatly enhancing the company’s capability to service modern electric and hybrid Land Rovers with confidence and expertise.</p><p>During his time on the course, Jack covered a wide range of topics including:</p><ul><li><em>Health and Safety Protocols</em></li><li><em>Isolation & Lockout Procedures</em></li><li><em>Electrical Engineering Fundamentals for Electric Vehicles</em></li><li><em>Electrical Theory</em></li><li><em>High Voltage Battery Charging System Theory</em></li><li><em>HV System Repair & Rework</em></li><li><em>Fault Diagnosis</em></li><li><em>High Voltage Battery Removal</em></li><li><em>Module Disassembly</em></li><li><em>Testing and Replacement</em></li></ul><p>Our next Electric Vehicle Skills Bootcamp will begin on <strong>16th October 2025.</strong> <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/automotive/ski… find out more, click here.</a></p>
<p>Weston College has been named as the Bristol and Bath Apprenticeship Provider of the Year for the third year in a row.</p>
<p>The awards were virtual this year, and were hosted by BBC personality, Ali Vowles. There were winners from across the region, as the hard work of apprentices, employers and training providers were recognised.</p>
<p>Weston College learners picked up prestigious awards too, with Harvey Castree (Outstanding Apprentice of the Year (Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy & Electrical) and Danny Gould-Dyer (Outstanding Apprentice of the Year (Health, Wellbeing, Care & Education) winning their categories.</p>
<p>The highlight of the evening was the Bristol & Bath Apprentice of the Year award which went to Harvey, for his fantastic work with his employer, GKN Aerospace.</p>
<p>This is further success for the Weston College Apprenticeship Team, with Leadership and Management apprentice, Dan Green, recently winning the Gloucestershire Apprentice of the Year.</p>
<p>The College delivers a range of apprenticeships from Level 2 to degree-level and works with many high-profile employers in the Bristol and Bath area, including the Ministry of Defence and GKN Aerospace and Royal United Hospitals Bath.</p>
<p>Dr Paul Phillips CBE, Principal and Chief Executive of Weston College Group, said: “I am delighted that we have managed to win this award for the third year in a row, it really does showcase the amazing work that goes on in this College on a daily basis.</p>
<p>“Our team are once again bucking the national trend, creating new opportunities for our learners. Our apprentices are also having huge impacts on their businesses, and it is fantastic to see.</p>
<p>“I’m also delighted for our learners, as we had six apprentices make the finals, with both Harvey and Danny coming out victorious. Our learners show such a fantastic attitude to their studies and I am thrilled to see them performing so well in such a difficult period.”</p>
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