Automotive
Foundation Apprenticeship
Description
This Automotive Foundation Apprenticeship introduces pupils to the automotive sector. Teaching them skills they'll need to work in the car and transport industry, it'll prepare them for jobs such as:
motor vehicle technician
parts distribution operative
auto electrical technician
roadside assistance engineer
Part of the qualification is a Skills for Work award, which covers:
the car
the garage
the technician
vehicle modification
Apprenticeship framework(s)
Young people are assessed throughout their apprenticeship. Successful candidates will achieve a Foundation Apprenticeship (Group Award) in Automotive at SCQF Level 4.
Select SCQF Level 4 to view the framework document and qualification.
SCQF Level 4
Skills for Work award in Automotive Skills at SCQF Level 4
Work-Based Challenge Unit at SCQF Level 4
Download Foundation Apprenticeship - Automotive SCQF Level 4 framework document
Entry requirements
We expect pupils to have an interest in the automotive sector. Although, they don't need any formal qualifications.
The pupil would select a Foundation Apprenticeship as a school subject choice. Then they'd go through a recruitment process arranged by the college, or other learning provider. It's great if you can get involved as well.
Progression and development
Pupils develop skills to move from a Foundation Apprenticeship to a Modern Apprenticeship. They may decide to continue their education in school or at college.
If you're looking to hire, Foundation Apprenticeships help you spot talented pupils. You can assess their skills over a longer period than a regular interview process would allow.
How does it work?
Pupils from S3 to S6 can choose a Foundation Apprenticeship as one of their school subjects.
During the apprenticeship, pupils work together on a project to meet a brief from a real client. Employers, supported by learning professionals, will provide a series of planned interventions. These will support:
design, delivery and evaluation of the project
the learner’s understanding of the industry and job roles within the sector
Cost and funding
There’s no financial cost to you as an employer because the learner is still at school. But investing your time can bring rewards, with access to talented young people in your workplace.
How long will it take?
It should take one year. Pupils study a Level 4 or Level 5 Foundation Apprenticeship as one of their school subjects, usually between S3 and S6.
What's next
Fill out our contact form and we'll connect you with your local learning provider who can talk to you about working with Foundation Apprenticeships.