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Level 3

Apprenticeship Standard L3 Service & Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)

COURSE OVERVIEW

Apprentices will train as Service & Maintenance Technicians, learning how to diagnose and repair a range of faults on vehicles from simple through to complex diagnostics; carry out routine light vehicle maintenance and inspections including servicing, repairing and replacing faulty parts and maintaining records.

The course is delivered in the College and Workplace and comprises:

  • Level 3 Service & Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Standard including F-Gas
  • Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2 (exempt if Grade A-C/9-4 in Maths GCSE)
  • Functional Skills English Level 2 (exempt if Grade A-C/9-4 in English Language GCSE)

20% off the job training is a requirement of all Apprenticeships. This will be work based training led by the employer. College Day Release will count towards this requirement.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Candidates will ideally have a Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Competencies (or equivalent) and English language and Maths GCSE grade C/4 or above (if not they will work towards Functional Skills equivalents)

Apprentices must be in paid employment in the relevant industry to cover the requirements of the standard and will ideally work at least 30 hours per week.

Assessments need to be taken to determine suitability for the Apprenticeship and to look at additional support if required.

The Apprentice must have a contract of employment and be covered under their employer’;s relevant insurance.

HOW THE APPLICATION PROCESS WORKS

Step 1

Set Up Your Account

You’ll be prompted to create an account which will allow you to log in to our Application Tracker website whenever you wish. This will provide you with important information and you can also track the progress of your application.

Step 2

Apply

Complete each step of the application form and then submit your completed form. We’ll let you know when we’ve safely received it with an acknowledgement email.

Step 3

Application Review Meeting

Before offering you a place at college, we’ll meet with you (either in person, by telephone or online). We’ll send you a link to our booking page where you can select a time that’s convenient for you.

Step 4

Accept Your Place

Offers will be sent to you via the email address you have provided. The offer will be conditional, based on predicted GCSE grades. You’ll need to accept your offer within 14 days to secure your place.

Step 5

What next?

Once you receive your GCSE results, you’ll need to get in touch with the college to inform us of them and start your enrolment process.

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Financial support

The applicable fees for this course, including any available discounts, will be listed in the information above.

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