Automotive Engineering Apprenticeship
- Course Description
- Entry Requirements
- Progression & Assessment
- Duration & Location
- Fees
- Further Information
Course Description
This highly practical route into the Motor Industry is ideally suited to people who prefer vocational training; however academic study is also required. Apprenticeships provide the opportunity of working towards nationally recognised qualifications covering the whole training programme. Apprenticeship (A) comprises an induction, including Employment Rights & Responsibilities, a level 2 Diploma (Competence), a level 2 Diploma (knowledge) PLTS and Key Skills at Level 1.
It is available to students working in:
• Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Vehicle Body and Paint Operations
Advanced Apprenticeship
Advanced Apprenticeship (AA) comprises an induction, including ERR, a level 3 Diploma (Competence) , Level 3 Diploma (knowledge) PLTS and Key Skills at level 2.
It is available to students working in:
• Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Vehicle Body and Paint Operations
• Vehicle Fitting
Entry Requirements
- A GCSE Grades D-E (Maths, English & Science)
- AA GCSE Grades A-C (Maths, English & Science)
Employment or placement within the retail motor industry is essential if full unit accreditation is to be gained.
Progression & Assessment
Continual assessment of portfolio development (Vocational, incorporating Key Skills (Communications, Application of Number, I.T.), phased testing of underpinning knowledge and externally set and marked Key Skills, where appropriate.
Duration & Location
Course Duration: Approximately 3 years
The structure as a whole is principally designed for 16-19 year olds.
Mode of Attendance: Day Release for both levels
Fees
Dependent on the age of the candidate, course fees would normally be covered by a training agent. Details are available for independent students from the section.
Further Information
Paul Green, Instructor/Assessor
School of Construction & Engineering
For further details please contact the Information Office on 01522 876274








