Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Service and Repair

Apprenticeships are training programmes designed for students of all age groups (above 16 years) who have left full time education and are in employment.  Apprenticeships are open to those have  just left school, have been working for years or are seeking to start a new career.  Apprenticeships are training programmes leading to a National Vocational Qualification at Level 2.  Apprentices must be employed with the vocational area

Government guidelines state that apprentices should be employed for at least 30 hours a week including their time in College; there is flexibility so please discuss individual circumstances at interview.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be employed within the motor trade as well as having one of the following: GCSE at grade D in Mathematics and English language plus two other GCSEs at Grade E, or IMI Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

Course Duration

Up to two years, depending on the student’s ability.  One day a week at College, three days minimum per week employed in the motor trade.

Content

Apprentice Induction, Functional Skills at English, Maths and ICT at Level 1, technology and workshop tasks, changing and rectifying faults.

Additional Information

Full course details can be found by following this link.  To express an interest in this course, or to get further information, please telephone us on 020 8268 2861 or email kes@kingston-college.ac.uk.

Advanced Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Service and Repair

Advanced Apprenticeships are work based training programmes which lead to a National Vocational Qualification at Level 3.  Depending on the vocational area, duration can be from one to four years. Candidates must be employed within the vocational area.

Government guidelines state that apprentices should be employed for at least 30 hours a week including their time in College; there is flexibility so please discuss individual circumstances at interview.

Entry Requirements

Four GCSEs at grade C including Mathematics, Science and English Language together with experience in the motor industry or a completed Level 2 Apprenticeship in this area.  All candidates must be employed within the motor trade.

Duration

Up to two years depending on ability after completion of Level 2.  One day a week at College and three days minimum per week employed in the motor trade.

Content

Apprentice induction, health and safety, technology and workshop tasks, diagnosing and rectifying faults. For full course information, please follow this link.  Candidates are assessed during practical ‘on-the-job’ or simulated situations, evidence of which must be showin in the form of portfolio. 

Additional Information

To express an interest in this course or for further information, please call Kingston Employer Services at Kingston College on 020 8268 2861 or alternatively email kes@kingston-college.ac.uk.