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Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Certificate Level 1

Awarded by City & Guilds

South Bristol Skills Academy or

Motor Vehicle Technology Centre at Parkway

One year, full-time

On this course you will learn routine vehicle maintenance processes and procedures on vehicles and English and maths at the right level for you. Upon completion you could progress to Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Certificate Level 2.

Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Apprenticeship Level 3 Light Vehicle Service and Maintenance Apprenticeship Level 3

Awarded by IMI

Motor Vehicle Technology Centre at Parkway

Three years, full-time

This apprenticeship supports students who have secured employment in a light vehicle maintenance role. You will learn a range of skills including maintaining and repairing light vehicles, as well as diagnosing faults and finding appropriate solutions, and carrying out routine services and inspections.

Awarded by IMI

Motor Vehicle Technology Centre at Parkway

Three years, full-time

This apprenticeship supports students who have secured employment in a heavy vehicle maintenance role. You will learn a range of skills including maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, as well as diagnosing faults and finding appropriate solutions, and carrying out routine services and inspections.

Health and Fitness

If you love exercise and adventure and want to inspire others to do the same, these courses could be for you.

Through leadership and team activities you will learn the skills to pursue exciting careers such as mountain leader, coastguard or rock climbing instructor.

Sport and Active Leisure Foundation Diploma Level 1

Awarded by YMCA

South Bristol Skills Academy

One year, full-time

This course is an introduction to the sports and fitness sector. You will learn about training for fitness and playing sport, how exercise affects the body, sports coaching and how to assist with sports activity. You will also learn employability skills and develop a personal progression plan.

Gym Instructor Certificate Level 2

Awarded by YMCA

South Bristol Skills Academy

One year, full-time

This course is for students who want to pursue a career as a gym instructor or personal trainer. You will learn how to build and maintain health and fitness through diet, exercise and lifestyle, and how to plan and instruct fitness and group exercise sessions.

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Personal Training Diploma Level 3

Awarded by YMCA

South Bristol Skills Academy

One year, full-time

This course is a progression option for students who have completed their Gym Instructor Certificate Level 2 or equivalent. You will build on your knowledge of fitness, nutrition and motivation, and learn how to create personalised exercise and activity programmes for clients.

I was given opportunities and experiences to help me build my confidence, look closely at my strengths and limitations and reignite my passion for the subject I love.

Sheyanne Stephens

Outdoor Pursuits Level 3 Early College/Merchants’ Academy

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