Motor Vehicle (Automotive Technology)

Gear yourself up for an exciting career in the motor vehicle sector. If you are good problem solver with great customer service skills then this could be the career for you.

Employers we work with Nifco, AV Dawson, ISO Tank, Bertschi, Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, Prestons of Potto.

LEVEL 2 AUTOCARE TECHNICIAN

Length: 30 months

Occupational Overview An Auto-care technician carries out a range of services and repairs to cars, car derived vans and light goods vehicles, working in an Auto-care or ‘fast-fit” centre, which may be part of a national chain or operated by a regional/local independent group/owner.

Entry Requirements Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for Level 2 prior to taking their apprenticeship end-point assessment.

Progression On completion of this standard the auto-care technician will be eligible to apply for IMI membership as a registered young professional or if they wish as an associate member. They would also gain entry onto the IMI professional register. LEVEL 3 LIGHT VEHICLE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Length: 36 months

Occupational Overview A motor vehicle service and maintenance technician service and repairs light vehicles such as cars and vans and works either in dealerships which focus on a particular manufacturer, or in an independent garage which deals with many different makes of vehicles. This standard is suitable for aspiring technicians. Apprentices will learn to service and repair light vehicles, replace components, solve complex faults, use diagnostic methods and equipment, as well as a whole array of other skills.

Entry Requirements Applicants are required to have gained a Level 2 English and maths (GCSE Grades 9-4 / A-C). If you do not have a grade 9 to 4 in English and / or maths (grade A-C for previous GCSE measures) you will be required to continue studying these subjects.

Progression Possible progression route to Level 4 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or full-time employment.

"I’ve picked up so much while working here, as well as gaining my qualification I have learnt how to organise and manage multiple tasks, communicate effectively and work as part of a busy team. Learning while being in the workplace has really boosted my confidence."

Hannah Cooke Level 4 Professional Accounting (AAT) apprentice working at Svitzer