The entry qualifications for the Autocare Technician Apprenticeship are three GCSEs at grades 2 or above (Old GCSE grade E or above) including Maths and English (or equivalent).

You will also need relevant industry employment.

The Autocare Technician Apprenticeship will take you 30 months to complete. You will study at College for one day a week, and four days with your employer.

You will be expected to have a minimum attendance rate of 95%.

As an Apprentice, you will pay no course fees. However, your employer may have to pay towards your training as well as providing you with a wage. There are different rates of pay for Apprentices depending on your age and the year of your Apprenticeship that you’re in.

Aged 16-18: The current National Minimum Wage rate for an apprentice is £7.55 per hour.

Aged 19+ and in your first year: The current National Minimum Wage rate for an apprentice is £7.55 per hour.

Aged 19+ and have completed your first year: You are entitled to the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage rate for your age.

For information regarding employer contributions and any further costs related to this Apprenticeship, please call our Apprenticeships Team on 01205 365701 ext 3248.

Successful completion of each unit is achieved by passing online exams or practical assessments.

These assessments are designed to review your behaviour, knowledge and skills against set gateway criteria.

In addition, you are also required to maintain an E-Log book evidencing progress over the duration of the apprenticeship.