Courses for Automotive Apprentices

Choosing Your Path

Choosing your path as an automotive apprentice involves determining which area of the industry you want to specialise in and selecting an apprenticeship program that aligns with your interests and career goals. Some factors to consider when choosing your path as an automotive apprentice include:

Interest

Consider which area of the automotive industry you are most interested in. This could be working with vehicle body repairs, refinishing, sales, parts interpreting, or administration.

Job Prospects

Research the job market and consider which areas of the automotive industry are in demand. This can help you make an informed decision about which area to specialise in.

Location

Consider the location of the training provider and apprenticeship opportunities. This may affect the availability of apprenticeship programs and job prospects in your desired area of specialisation.

Career Goals

Consider your long-term career goals and determine which apprenticeship program and area of specialisation aligns with those goals.

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Light Vehicle Mechanical

Studying a light vehicle mechanical course involves gaining practical skills and theoretical knowledge in maintaining and repairing engines, transmissions, suspension systems, braking systems, and other components of light vehicles. Additionally, students will learn about workplace health and safety, customer service, and communication.

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Heavy Vehicle Mechanical

Studying a heavy vehicle mechanical course involves gaining practical skills and theoretical knowledge in maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles, such as trucks and buses, including engines, transmissions, suspension systems, braking systems, and other components. Additionally, students will learn about workplace health and safety, customer service, and communication.

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Paint and Panel

Studying a paint and panel course involves gaining practical skills and theoretical knowledge in repairing and restoring damaged vehicle body panels, preparing surfaces for paint, applying and matching paint, and finishing techniques. Additionally, students will learn about workplace health and safety, customer service, and communication.

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Sales and Administration

Studying an automotive sales and administration course involves gaining practical skills and theoretical knowledge in customer service, vehicle sales, finance and insurance, inventory management, and administrative support in the automotive industry. Additionally, students will learn about workplace health and safety, effective communication, and teamwork in the workplace.

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Approved Qualifications

USI Information

Employer and Learner Handbook

Disability Supplement