Car Maintenance & Repair

Overview With 42.3 million licensed vehicles in the UK at the end of 2025, skilled vehicle care is in constant …

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Overview

With 42.3 million licensed vehicles in the UK at the end of 2025, skilled vehicle care is in constant demand. Missed warning lights, worn tyres, low oil or cooling issues can quickly turn into repair bills when drivers lack basic knowledge.

The Car Maintenance and Repair Course UK helps learners build confidence through flexible online study. This CPD accredited course covers tool use, safety rules, general maintenance, indicator lights, tyres, internal combustion engines, engine oil, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, drive trains, brakes and the auto repair industry. It suits beginners, vehicle owners, garage assistants, DIY learners and aspiring automotive technicians.

Learners can support progress toward Motor Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Garage Assistant, MOT Tester and Workshop Supervisor roles. Enrol with Thames College today online.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

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Learning Outcomes

This course builds car maintenance, vehicle safety and repair awareness for learners interested in garages, workshops or automotive career routes in the UK.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

► Identify safety rules and common tools used during basic car maintenance tasks.
► Plan safer vehicle checks for tyres, oil, lights and cooling systems.
► Interpret dashboard indicator lights and common engine warning signs more accurately.
► Describe tyre care, engine oil and cooling system maintenance basics for drivers.
► Recognise fuel, electrical, drive train and braking system basics in vehicles clearly.
► Build knowledge for garage, repair and future automotive service UK career routes.

Who is This Course For?

This online car maintenance course suits learners who want vehicle care knowledge for personal use, garage support or automotive career planning.

► Beginners wanting to learn car maintenance from home through online lessons safely.
► Vehicle owners learning maintenance to reduce unnecessary garage visits.
► Aspiring mechanics building vehicle repair skills for automotive careers.
► Garage assistants improving knowledge of vehicle systems, tyres, and brakes.
► DIY learners maintaining personal cars with safer basic checks at home regularly.
► Automotive enthusiasts learning engines, tyres, brakes, and repair systems.

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Car Maintenance & Repair course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

CPD Accredited

All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.

QLS Endorsed

The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a recognised accreditation framework that endorses high-quality, non-regulated training courses across a wide range of industries.

Association of Healthcare Trainers

The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) supports excellence in healthcare education by helping training providers deliver up-to-date, industry-focused learning and maintain strong professional standards..

UKRLP Registered

UKRLP registration demonstrates commitment to recognised training and education standards, helping organisations build trust, improve credibility, and showcase their presence within the UK learning and skills sector.

Career Opportunities

This course supports UK automotive service routes where car maintenance, vehicle safety, tool awareness and repair knowledge can help learners plan future career steps.

► Motor Mechanic – Average UK Salary: £22,000–£42,000 per year
► Vehicle Technician – Average UK Salary: £22,000–£42,000 per year
► Garage Assistant – Average UK Salary: £18,000–£23,000 per year
► MOT Tester – Average UK Salary: £24,999–£32,499 per year
► Workshop Supervisor – Average UK Salary: £30,000–£45,000 per year
► Automotive Repair Consultant – Average UK Income: £20–£45 per hour
► Vehicle Maintenance Specialist – Average UK Salary: £25,000–£35,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Module 01

► Safety Rules & Introduction to Tools
► General Maintenance
► Dashboard Indicator Lights
► Tires
► Internal Combustion Engines & Engine Oil
► The Cooling System

Module 02

► The Fuel System
► The Electrical System
► The Drive Train
► Brakes
► The Auto Repair Industry

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4.8 Average - 13 Reviews

★ Reviews

A useful course for beginners like me. I found the tyre, engine oil and cooling system sections especially helpful for recognising common vehicle maintenance needs.

A great introduction to car maintenance and repair. The auto repair industry section, mock exam and final exam made the learning feel complete and easy to review.

Course Curriculum

Module 1
	Chapter 1: Safety Rules & Introduction to Tools	01:00:00
	Chapter 2: General Maintenance	01:00:00
	Chapter 3: Dashboard Indicator Lights	00:30:00
	Chapter 4: Tires	01:00:00
	Chapter 5: Internal Combustion Engines & Engine Oil	01:00:00
	Chapter 6: The Cooling System	00:30:00
Module 2
	Chapter 7: The Fuel System	00:30:00
	Chapter 8: The Electrical System	00:30:00
	Chapter 9: The Drive Train	00:30:00
	Chapter 10: Brakes	00:30:00
	Chapter 11: The Auto Repair Industry	00:30:00
Recommended Reading
	Recommended Reading : Car Maintenance & Repair	00:00:00
Mock Exam
	Mock Exam – Car Maintenance & Repair	00:20:00

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

1. What is the Car Maintenance and Repair Course UK? +

The Car Maintenance and Repair Course UK is an online learning course for people who want to understand vehicle care and repair basics. It covers safety, tools, routine checks, tyres, engines, oil, cooling systems, brakes and key automotive systems.

2. Is this car maintenance and repair course suitable for beginners? +

Yes, this course is suitable for beginners with no previous mechanical background. Learners can start with safety rules, tool use and simple maintenance before learning about tyres, engines, dashboard lights, fuel systems, brakes and vehicle repair topics.

3. What will I learn in this online car repair course? +

You will learn about workshop safety, maintenance checks, dashboard warning lights, tyre care, internal combustion engines, engine oil, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, drive trains, brakes and the wider auto repair industry.

4. Can I study car maintenance and repair online from home? +

Yes, learners can study this car maintenance and repair course online from home using a laptop, tablet or smartphone. The flexible format makes it suitable for busy learners, vehicle owners, DIY learners and aspiring automotive workers.

5. What jobs can this car repair course support? +

This course can support learning for roles such as Garage Assistant, Motor Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Workshop Assistant, MOT Tester and Automotive Repair Trainee. Some technical roles may require further training, workplace experience or recognised industry qualifications.