Booking options
£10

£10
On-Demand course
9 days
All levels
The Car Maintenance: Mechanics and Driving Instructor Course introduces essential knowledge around vehicle upkeep, mechanical awareness, and driving instruction fundamentals, all delivered through an accessible online format. The course explores how cars function, common maintenance considerations, and the responsibilities linked to vehicle care, helping learners build a clearer understanding of mechanical concepts without requiring physical attendance. Clear explanations and structured content ensure the subject remains approachable, even for those new to automotive topics.
Alongside car maintenance and mechanics, the course also covers core principles relevant to driving instructors, including vehicle safety awareness, road-use considerations, and professional conduct. Designed for personal development and CPD learning, the programme supports individuals seeking to broaden automotive knowledge for personal interest or career-related insight. With SEO-focused structure and engaging language, this course adds credibility to a CV while supporting informed decision-making around vehicle care and driving instruction concepts, all within a flexible, fully online learning environment.
Learning Outcomes
Introduce fundamental auto repair to car mechanics on how to identify, diagnose and perform major auto repair procedures.
Learn the distinctions between various car warning light types.
Learn about motors, wheels, and tires, along with the correct order to perform preventative auto maintenance procedures.
Find out how to use the cooling systems in the engine.
Examine the procedures for maintaining the electrical and fuel systems and the way of finding the correct fuel for your vehicle.
Understand the braking system and drivetrain.
Meet the Accreditation
CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accreditation assures the Car Maintenance course training and learning activities are relevant, reliable, and up to date.
Expert Support
Dedicated tutor support and 24/7 customer support are available to all students with this premium quality course.
Key Benefits
Learning materials of the Design course contain engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort.
Get 24/7 access to all content for a full year.
Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
Curriculum
Introduction
General Maintenance for Car Mechanics
Vehicle Warning Lights
Tyres and Wheels
The Engine
The Cooling System
The Fuel System
The Electrical System
The Drivetrain
The Braking System
Course Assessment
To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completing an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score will be displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
When all tests have been passed, you can order a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme.
Exam & Retakes:
It is to inform our learners that the initial exam for this online course is provided at no additional cost. In the event of needing a retake, a nominal fee of £9.99 will be applicable.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the assessment procedure, learners can obtain their certification by placing an order and remitting a fee of £9 for PDF Certificate and £15 for the Hardcopy Certificate within the UK ( An additional £10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery).
This Car Maintenance course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a certificate of achievement to prove your newly-acquired knowledge.
This course ideal for who,
Want to learn basic car maintenance and repair skills
Are interested in becoming a mechanic or pursuing a career in the automotive industry
Are driving instructors or plan to become one
Want to save money by doing their own car maintenance and repairs
Want to understand how to identify and fix common car problems
Want to increase their knowledge of how cars work and how to drive them safely
Want to learn how to perform basic car checks and inspections
Want to learn how to change a tire, check fluids, and replace common car parts
Want to understand car safety and road rules
Want to improve their driving skills and confidence on the road.
This Car Maintenance course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Vehicle Mechanic
Vehicle Technician
Fleet Vehicle Technician
Prestige Vehicle Technician
Auto Technician
Car mechanic
Car mechanics typically make £32,400 gross annually, which is £2,800 (+9%) more than the UK national average wage. A car mechanic can anticipate a starting salary of around £18,400. The top salaries can exceed £50,000 in annual income.