Vehicle Body and Accident Repair

Qualification type: Advanced Apprenticeship Location:
Openshaw Campus
Subject area:
Apprenticeships
Level: 3
Course Code: PA0045 Leaflet Number: 16326
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Qualification type: 
Advanced Apprenticeship
Level: 
3
Subject area: 
Apprenticeships
Location: 
Openshaw Campus

What are the aims of this course?

Apprenticeships allow 16+ year olds to start work and earn a wage, while learning new skills that lead to nationally recognised qualifications. Advanced Apprenticeships are designed with the help of employers in the industry, so they offer a structured programme that takes apprentices through the skills needed to do a job well. Most of an apprentice's training takes place on the job but they will also have to complete off-the-job training within college by day release or over a number of days in a block. Automotive advanced apprentices work towards a nationally-recognised competence based qualification and also a knowledge-based qualification.

What are the areas covered by this course?

The Advanced Apprenticeship covers the following:
- Removing and replacing structural vehicle body panels
- Repairing structural vehicle body panels
- Rectifying vehicle chassis misalignment
- Understanding principles of vehicle construction
- Contributing to workplace good housekeeping
- Maintaining positive working relationships
- Health and safety

What qualifications do I need to do this course?

Competition for places with employers can be fierce, so applicants will need to show that they are committed, happy to work as part of a team and individually, and able to use their own initiative. Level 2 automotive qualifications are also desirable, as is previous work experience.

How is the course assessed?

The Apprenticeship is assessed by practical assessments, online multiple-choice testing, internal assessments and through the collection of evidence in a portfolio.

Which qualification will I be awarded if I successfully complete the course?

At the end of the programme apprentices will have achieved:
- Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Level 3 VRQ Diploma in Vehicle Body and Accident Repair Principles
- IMI Level 3 VCQ Diploma in Vehicle Body and Accident Repair Competence
- Functional Skills/Key Skills in Application of Number, Communication and ICT
- Employee Rights and Responsibilities
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

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

Upon completion of the course students may go on to study for the IMI Certificate in Management.

What are the career opportunities?

This course could provide a useful recognition of professional competence to aid your step up from one job role to another, e.g. into supervisory and/or management roles.

Attendance

Part time (day)

Course length

1 Year(s)

How do I apply?

To register your interest in a course, you need to complete an application form. To obtain an application form call our freecall number on 0800 068 8585 or email slt@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.

You can also apply on line for the Vehicle Body and Accident Repair 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.