
Electric Vehicle/Hybrid Level 2
Other start dates:
8th October 2024
26th November 2024

- Length 4 Weeks
- Study Part Time
- Location West Lancashire College
- Price £99
Qualification Gained
Level 2 award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities
Levels ExplainedMore about the course
This course has been designed to give students the knowledge and skills required to work safely on Electric/Hybrid vehicles whilst carrying out routine maintenance and repair activities (not voltage components or systems). This may include vehicles that may have or had damage to their high energy/electrical system.
This award sized qualification offers an introduction to this specialised industry sector which in addition to complimenting their current industry qualifications and experience, will enable them to continue to work safely within their role.
Entry requirements
Students must have completed Electric Vehicle/Hybrid Level 1 or have experience in the Motor Vehicle trade
What will I achieve?
If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a Level 2 award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities
What will I learn?
- Electric/hybrid vehicle system components and operation
- Hazards surrounding electric/hybrid vehicles
- How to reduce the risks to yourself and others when working on electric/hybrid vehicles
- Safely preparing the vehicle when carrying routine maintenance (NOT high voltage components or systems)
How am I assessed?
- Portfolio
- Online assessment
- Practical safety assessment
Where can I progress?
Upon successful completion of the course, students may wish to progress onto full-time employment.
Course costs
This course is £99. However, this course may be free if you are on an income related benefit or a low income.
If you are 19 or over, please call Learner Services on 01695 52300 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Student Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.
*This is subject to availability and eligibility
Adult Funding Changes
Due to changes in Government funding from 1st August 2019, students who resident in some postcodes in Merseyside and Greater Manchester may be unable to access funding from training providers and colleges in Lancashire and may have to pay all associated course and support costs.
Please note, this does not include courses that are paid for by Advanced Learner Loans.
To check if your postcode is part of the new devolved funding legislation, please contact Course Enquiries on 01695 52300 for further advice.
Contact our team
Meet our Motor Vehicle students and tutors

Anthony Robinson
Head of Curriculum for STEM and DigitalI have vast automotive industry experience and I've had a number of job roles within the sector, including diagnostic technician and workshop controller with manufacturers, such as Honda, Toyota and Lexus. I joined West Lancashire College in 2007 and have also been part of a team of authors who revised the popular Hillier’s Fundamentals of Automotive Electronics textbook. I am a fully qualified Level 4 Hybrid and EV master technician.

James Gleave
Motor Vehicle LecturerI gained my Motor Vehicle qualifications at West Lancashire College and during my career, I have worked closely with BMW trained master technicians, as well as Mercedes and VW independent specialists.

Aaron
Motor Vehicle Alumni StudentAs a Motor Vehicle student, I have been really enjoying the practical side of the course as its very hands on and we learn a lot from being able to work on cars. My ambition is to own my own car garage.

Oscar
Motor Vehicle StudentI chose to study Motor Vehicle, as I’ve had a long interest in cars since being a child. I have found that the subject has taught me more than I ever imagined, the tutors are superb and they really help you to be the best that you can be. My dream career would to be a master tech for Mercedes!
What can I do with a qualification in Motor Vehicle?
Careers for this subject will be updated soon.
Motor Vehicle at West Lancashire College

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