Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship
in Light Motor Vehicle
Maintenance & Repair
Campus: Weybridge
Start Date: Continuous starts throughout the year
Length: Minimum 12 months (typically 24 months)
Introduction:
Apprenticeships are a popular choice for people aged 16 or above, looking
for on the job training and the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised
qualification.
An apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Mechanics will develop your
employability skills and give you valuable experience of working in a motor
vehicle/ garage setting. You will need to work in a garage or dealership
environment, working a minimum of 30 hours per week (including training
time). Apprentices will need to have a contract of employment.
Job Roles:
You will be working with light motor vehicles (cars) and have access to
removing, repairing, replacing and testing components. This will give you on
the job experience in working in a mechanical workshop.
Course Details:
To gain the full apprenticeship you will work towards the following
qualifications:
•Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Workrelated and will relate specifically to your job)
•Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles
•Employer Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
•Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths, English and ICT
•Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
Mandatory units:
•Skills and knowledge in health and safety in the automotive industry
•Skills and knowledge in materials, fabrication, tools and measuring
devices in the automotive industry
•Skills and knowledge in routine light vehicle maintenance
Additional units can include:
•Skills and knowledge in identifying motor vehicle customer service
•Skills and knowledge in removing and replacing electrical components
•Skills and knowledge in overhauling light vehicle transmission units
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Course Assessment:
You will attend day release at college one day a week over two academic
years. You will be assessed in the workplace by an assessor and your
attendance at college. During your assessments targets will be set to ensure
that you complete your apprenticeship on time. If you have not achieved a
minimum grade C in GCSE in Maths or English within the last 5 years you will
need to complete Functional Skills, these will be assessed through external
examinations.
Entry Requirements:
A minimum standard in Maths and English is required. Typically candidates
will have achieved or be expected to achieve minimum GCSE grades of
D and E in Maths, English and one Science. All applicants applying for an
apprenticeship will be required to attend an interview and undertake initial
assessments.
You will need to demonstrate an interest in working in the Motor Vehicle
Sector. All applicants applying for an apprenticeship will be required to
attend an interview and undertake initial assessments.
Career Progression:
On successful completion of this qualification you could progress to the
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship or the Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle
Maintenance and Repair Principles.
Other Roles include Light Vehicle Service Technician, Motorcycle Service
Technician, Auto Electrical Technician, and Mobile Electrical Installation.
Cost:
Apprenticeships are fully funded for those aged 16 – 18 years.
Employer contribution for those aged 19+.
4199ci(j)
For detailed information on Brooklands apprenticeship options,
contact our Sales Team:
Laura Devereux
Sarah Moran
01932 797 753
01932 797 845
laura.devereux@brooklands.ac.uk
sarah.moran@brooklands.ac.uk
Apprenticeship vacancies can be found at www.apprenticeships.gov.uk
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