Individual employers will set their own selection criteria for applicants. It is however recommended that candidates can demonstrate an interest in the occupation as well as an ability to work in an organised and methodical way to identify and solve problems; also demonstrate an ability to communicate both orally and in writing. 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. For those with an education, health and care plan or legacy statement, the English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3 and British Sign Language qualification is an alternative to English qualifications for whom this is their primary language.
Entry requirements
Why this course?
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. An Auto-care Technician requires a unique combination of technical, retail and customer service skills. They will use a range of tools, measuring and diagnostic equipment to identify & repair simple system faults. The Auto-care Technician has to demonstrate expertise not only in the technical elements of their role and have a good grasp of the practical and theoretical aspects of the vehicle systems they service, but also needs to have excellent telephone, customer handling (including how to handle difficult customers and deal with customer disappointment) and effective sales skills, as well as strong problem solving and self-organisation skills. They must be able to work as part of a team but also operate independently, understand how their centre operates from a commercial perspective and how their actions contribute to business results, whilst maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
Further information
Generally 16-18 year old, beginning their journey to become an automotive technician, who has not achieved a grade 4 in maths and English at GCSE.
- Understanding of Health and Safety and safe workshop prcatices
- Chassis systems including brakes, steering, suspension and wheels and tyres
- Basic electrical systems including starting and charging
- Emissions including air induction
- Customer care and stock control
- Level 2 EV awareness and FGas qualifications
- Servicing and inspection of customer vehicles, including basic diagnosis and component replacement
Progression onto an 18 month level 3 Apprenticeship standard or continued employment in industry.
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