Advanced Apprenticeship in Automotive Maintenance & Repair

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

You will do work-based training with an employer. You are paid a wage. Your apprenticeship will involve working towards a Vocational Qualification (QCF), Functional Skills and a knowledge based qualication.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

You will be expected to achieve a minimum of GCSE Grade C in English, Maths and a Science-based subject or complete an Intermediate Apprenticeship.

WHAT JOB WILL YOU DO?

The Vehicle Maintenance & Repair suite of qualifications includes the following common tasks in each career route: removing components; assessing components for wear and  serviceability; replacing components and testing after repair.

HOW LONG DOES YOUR APPRENTICESHIP TAKE TO COMPLETE?

All career routes require a high level of practical skill and a degree or problem-solving ability, especially Auto Electrical.  To achieve the skill level and knowledge required in this area you will probably attend college on either a day or block-release basis over the apprenticeship period, which might be expected to last three years.

WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE AFTERWARDS?

After successful completion of this Advanced  Apprenticeship you can progress to motor manufacturers’ career development programmes and/or membership of professional bodies and institutes.

Qualifications required as part of the Apprenticeship Framework

VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATION (QCF)

You will need to achieve the following QCF at Level 3

• City & Guilds Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: Light Vehicle

KNOWLEDGE BASED QUALIFICATION

You will need to achieve:

• City & Guilds Progression Award in Automotive Vehicle Servicing and Repair Level 3: Light Vehicle Diagnosis and Repair

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

You will work to achieve the following Key Skills

• English Level 2
• Maths Level 2
• ICT Level 1

You will discuss your individual needs with your employer and college representative