ATA Light Vehicle Diagnostic Technician

Qualification type: Short Course Location:
Openshaw Campus
Subject area:
Automotive and Engineering
Level: n/a
Course Code: CR3519-01 Leaflet Number: 956
Awarding body: Generic award - no awarding body (NONE)
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Awarding body: 
Generic award - no awarding body (NONE)
Qualification type: 
Short Course
Level: 
n/a
Subject area: 
Automotive and Engineering
Location: 
Openshaw Campus

What's the ATA Light Vehicle Diagnostic Technician course about?

Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) is a national voluntary scheme which tests the current competence of individuals working in the retail motor industry. By completing this course you will be exempt from having to take the NTTA assessment as the ATA qualification is now acceptable under the requirements of VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency) and the Ministry of Transport for MOT testing.

The course covers the following:
- Braking systems
- Engine electrical systems
- Engine mechanical systems
- Vehicle safety inspections

Plus 2 from the following:
- Transmissions systems
- Vehicle electrical systems
- Wheel alignment and steering

To become an ATA Light Vehicle Diagnostic Technician, you must pass six practical assessments and an on-line knowledge test comprising 30 questions which must be completed in 45 minutes.

What will I be able to do after I've completed this course?

Develop personal and professional skills; the ATA qualification enables you to prove current competence.

What qualifications or experience do I need to do this course?

Before you can take an assessment you must be able to prove your experience of working as a diagnostic technician for at least three years, or if you already have a recognised level 3 qualification, you will need to show a year's work experience.

Which qualification will I be awarded if I successfully complete the ATA Light Vehicle Diagnostic Technician course?

Once you have achieved your accreditation, your details will be entered on the ATA register of accredited technicians.

Attendance

Short course

Course length

1 Day(s)

Hours per week

7

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

Price (for guidance only)

£210.00

The fee for this course is approximate and subject to change.The price includes tuition and materials fees (where applicable), but excludes any exam or registration fees (where applicable). The actual amount you pay may also be affected by your age and personal circumstances. For further details please visit our fees section.

How do I apply?

For further information or to apply for a course, contact our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585 or email enquiries@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.

You can also apply on line for the ATA Light Vehicle Diagnostic Technician course.

Please note, the course information on this website is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change. It is therefore important that you check all course details, including location, timetable, fee, etc, at enrolment as the college operates a no refund policy.