Autocare Technician Apprenticeship

You will:

• Learn to use a range of tools, measuring and diagnostic equipment to identify and repair simple system faults
• Learn how to perform routine vehicle servicing
• Learn how to remove and refit engine, electrical, and chassis components
• Learn how to carry out vehicle safety inspections and routine maintenance
• Learn how to replace/repair and balance a range of light vehicle tyres
• Work on a modern fleet of vehicles using the latest equipment
• Develop skills in handling customers, communication and problem-solving
• Obtain Level 2 Electric Vehicle qualification as part of the apprenticeship
• Obtain Level 3 Refrigerant Handling qualification as part of the apprenticeship

Apprentices will need to be working towards and achieve the following job role requirements before their end point assessment:

• Routine vehicle servicing
• Removing and refitting engine, electrical, and chassis components
• Carrying out vehicle safety inspections and routine maintenance
• Replace/repair and balance a range of light vehicle tyres, including ultra-low profile, directional, asymmetric and run-flat tyres, fitted to a range of wheel sizes and types
• Work on a modern fleet of vehicles using the latest equipment
• Demonstrate skills in handling customers, communication and problem solving

Every employer is different and therefore the entry requirements can vary. As a guide, you ideally need GCSE grade 4 in English Language and Maths.

However, we will work with you and provide additional support to help you achieve their requirements, either prior to your Apprenticeship or during the delivery of your programme.

If you are 19 or over, functional skills are not required unless requested by the apprentice’s employer.