Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship

Birmingham Metropolitan College

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In Birmingham

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This apprenticeship could see you working for a vehicle dealership or an independent garage that deals with the repair and maintenance of all types of vehicles. There are more than 32 million vehicles on the UK’s roads, which mean there are plenty of vacancies available across the sector. So if you like a challenge, enjoy having new problems to solve and have good communication skills so you can explain everything to the customer this could be the apprenticeship for you. You’ll be working in a service technician type role, carrying out routine maintenance and basic repairs, as well as identifying and reporting faults. This is a very hands-on apprenticeship that will also teach you how to use diagnostic equipment and could see you specialising in motorcycles, cars, heavy vehicles or vehicle electrical systems. This apprenticeship is aimed at learners who would like to become Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technicians.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
Aston Triangle, B4 7ET

Start date

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Electrical
  • Communication Skills
  • Communication Training

Course programme

Entry Requirements

Entry criteria varies depending on the framework that you are studying and the needs of the employer, however a good level of secondary education is expected and many employers expect you to have maths and English GCSE at a 4 (C) grade or above. Employers also look for skills like motivation, good interpersonal skills, good communication skills and a willingness to learn and will set their own specifications depending on the role.

Delivery and Assessment

The duration of an apprenticeship will vary depending on the needs of the employer. As part of the apprenticeship, there will be a number of specific skills that your employer or college tutor will monitor and observe to prove that you have reached a certain level of understanding.

Progression

On completion of this apprenticeship you could secure work in a vehicle dealership or an independent garage. Roles include: Light Vehicle Service Technician, Heavy Vehicle Service Technician, Motorcycle Service Technician, Auto Electrical Technician, Mobile Electrical Installation Technician, Heavy Vehicle Trailer Technician, Lift Truck Technician.

Career Opportunities

  • Mechanics
  • Motorcycle Technicians
  • Motorcycle Parts Advisor
  • Service Engineers
  • Body Repairers
  • Engine Reconditioners

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