Automotive Modern Apprenticeships

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Automotive Modern Apprenticeships

Course Information

This Modern Apprenticeship supports businesses in the automotive industry working across vehicle maintenance and repair, vehicle body and paint, vehicle parts or vehicle fitting.

It is aimed at employees who need to build their skills and should have an interest in mechanical things and show a commitment to working in the industry. They can work in maintenance, repair, body and paint, parts or fitting.

What Will I Learn?

A relevant SQA SVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair at SCQF Level 5 (IMI).

Workplace Core Skills: 

Communication SCQF Level 4
Working With Others SCQF Level 4
Problem Solving SCQF Level 4
Information and Communication Technology SCQF Level 4
Numeracy SCQF Level 4

Core Skills will need to be achieved and certificated separately due to insufficient opportunities for being embedded within the SVQ mandatory units.

Qualifications Gained

Modern Apprenticeship - Automotive SCQF Level 5

Duration/Attendance

2 years to complete

Entry Requirements

To start at this level, there are no formal entry requirements.

Further Course Options

On successful completion, apprentices may progress to: MA Automotive SCQF Level 6 or 7 or job roles such as technician, parts adviser, specialist tyre fitter.

How Does It Help My Career?

A Modern Apprenticeship provides you with nationally recognised qualifications, whilst gaining on-the-job experience and competence.

Application Process

Enquiry only.

Who Is This Course For?

This qualification is for those in employment in an automotive role. 

 

Course Information

This Modern Apprenticeship supports businesses in the automotive industry working across vehicle maintenance and repair, vehicle body and paint, vehicle parts or vehicle fitting.

It is aimed at employees who need to build their skills and should have an interest in mechanical things and show a commitment to working in the industry. They can work in maintenance, repair, body and paint, parts or fitting.

What Will I Learn?

SVQ in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair at SCQF Level 7 (IMI) 

Workplace Core Skills: 

Communication SCQF Level 5
Working With Others SCQF Level 5
Problem Solving SCQF Level 5
Information and Communication Technology SCQF Level 5
Numeracy SCQF Level 5

Core Skills will need to be achieved and certificated separately due to insufficient opportunities for being embedded within the SVQ mandatory units.

Qualifications Gained

Modern Apprenticeship - Automotive SCQF Level 7

Duration/Attendance

3 years to complete.

Entry Requirements

It may be helpful if candidates have completed the Automotive Modern Apprenticeship at the previous level.

Further Course Options

On successful completion, apprentices may progress to: Technician roles or an HND or Degree course in Management and Leadership.

How Does It Help My Career?

A Modern Apprenticeship provides you with nationally recognised qualifications, whilst gaining on-the-job experience and competence.

Application Process

Enquiry only.

Who Is This Course For?

This qualification is for those in employment in an automotive role. 

Course Information

This Modern Apprenticeship supports businesses in the automotive industry working across vehicle maintenance and repair, vehicle body and paint, vehicle parts or vehicle fitting.

It is aimed at employees who need to build their skills and should have an interest in mechanical things and show a commitment to working in the industry. They can work in maintenance, repair, body and paint, parts or fitting.

What Will I Learn?

SVQ in Heavy Goods and Public Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repair at SCQF Level 7 (IMI)

Workplace Core Skills: 

Communication SCQF Level 5
Working With Others SCQF Level 5
Problem Solving SCQF Level 5
Information and Communication Technology SCQF Level 5
Numeracy SCQF Level 5

Core Skills will need to be achieved and certificated separately due to insufficient opportunities for being embedded within the SVQ mandatory units.

Qualifications Gained

Modern Apprenticeship - Automotive SCQF Level 7

Duration/Attendance

3 years to complete.

Entry Requirements

It may be helpful if candidates have completed the Automotive Modern Apprenticeship at the previous level.

Further Course Options

On successful completion, apprentices may progress to: Technician roles, HND or Degree course in Management and Leadership.

How Does It Help My Career?

A Modern Apprenticeship provides you with nationally recognised qualifications, whilst gaining on-the-job experience and competence.

Application Process

Enquiry only.

Who Is This Course For?

This qualification is for those in employment in an automotive role.

Got any questions?

Whether you're looking to recruit new talent or upskill your existing workforce, our team is here to help you explore the right Modern Apprenticeship solution for your business.