City & Guilds - Level 2 Cycle Mechanics

Bikeworks offers part time and full time, City & Guilds "Level 2 Cycle Mechanic" courses. The accredited 10-day course provides an industry standard qualification for professional mechanics.

Who is it for?

The course is for anyone who wants to learn advanced bicycle maintenance, either to further their career in the cycle industry, start a new career, or for cycle enthusiasts.

What does the course cover?

A 10-day level 2 course covers:

Repair a cycle puncture
Remove and replace a cycle rim brake assembly
Carry out a systematic cycle check
Remove and replace cycle gear systems
Remove and replace cycle hub bearings
Remove and replace cycle bottom brackets and cranks
Build a cycle wheel
Prepare frames and forks for cycle assembly
Augment a cycle (fitting accessories)
Change a cycle frame
Service cycle headsets assemblies
Remove and replace cycle braking systems

Course Format

Part Time: Two days per week (usually weekends), for five weeks

Full Time: Monday - Friday

All courses run from 09:00 - 17:00 at our Training Centre at 3 Maxilla Walk, Notting Hill, London W10 6NQ

Cost

£1,200 per place (Inc. VAT). Enquire below and we will get in touch to book you on a course and discuss payment.

Cancellation policy: At least 14 days notice prior to the course starting must be given to receive a full refund. We will not be able to refund deposits for cancellation within 14 days prior the course starting. Cancellations due to the new government restrictions due to COVID-19 will result in a full refund or a place on the next available course.

Upcoming Course Dates

January course (CANCELLED)

18th - 22nd January 2021

25th - 29th January 2021

February course (CANCELLED)

1st - 5th February 2021

8th - 12th February 2021

March course (SOLD OUT)

1st - 5th March 2021

8th - 12th March 2021

Weekend course (SOLD OUT)

Start date: 6th March 2021

End date: 4th April 2021

May course

3rd - 7th May 2021

10th - 14th May 2021

Booking a course

For more information and to book your place please email [email protected].

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City & Guilds - Level 2 Cycle Mechanics

Bikeworks offers part time and full time, City & Guilds "Level 2 Cycle Mechanic" courses. The accredited 10-day course provides an industry standard qualification for professional mechanics.