Course Overview
The Auto-care Technician apprenticeship is ideal if you are going to gain future employment carrying out a range of services and repairs to cars, car derived vans and light goods vehicles, working in an automotive workshop, 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. You will use a range of tools, measuring and diagnostic equipment to identify & repair simple system faults.
As an Auto-care Technician you will be able to demonstrate expertise not only in the technical elements of your role, but also have a good grasp of the practical and theoretical aspects of the vehicle systems you service, you will develop 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. You will develop skills which ensure you are a valuable team member operating independently, understanding how your facility operates from a commercial perspective and how your actions contribute to business results, whilst maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
You will attend on a block release basis, studying in the classroom and via distance learning online content. You will also develop your practical skills in our high quality workshops.
You will work with your mentor on site at your place of work and with college staff to develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to lead you seamlessly to your end point assessment.
Topics may include:
- Vehicle service and maintenance
- Wheels and tyres
- Steering and suspension
- Electric and hybrid vehicles qualification
- F-Gas qualification
- Electrical principles.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is through online examination, practical assessment, written coursework, and an online portfolio.
Progression Options
You could progress to a Level 3 apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician or directly into an industry workplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.
We aim to offer a careers service that is accessible to everyone. We will seek to equip all our students with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to operate confidently, effectively, and independently in life and work. All students have the opportunity to meet with a Careers Advisor for 1:1 career support.
The Student Experience Team can mentor and signpost students who are struggling with a range of issues that are negatively impacting their day-to-day life. The Student Experience Team works closely with the Safeguarding & Lifestyle Teams to promote proactive wellbeing enrichment sessions. The team can refer on to counselling when appropriate.
We provide top-quality workshops and teaching areas across our Colleges for subjects such as art, design and media, hair and beauty, catering, automotive engineering and construction. You can review our campus facilities by navigating to the “College Life” section of our websites.
For us, the success of our students always comes first. By investing in our built environment, we are investing in your future.
All of our students will have a personal tutor to support them with their academic progress and personal development. The tutorial programme consists of 1:1 support, group tutorials and guest speakers, plus targeted online resources which complement the UCS College Group Advantage scheme.
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