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Autocare Technician

Apprenticeship, Level 2

Motor vehicle student in the Harrogate College motor vehicle workshop looking at mechanical equipment

Course Length

30 months

Course Information

Performing a variety of services and repairs on cars, car-derived vans, and light goods vehicles.

Autocare technicians work in the automotive industry, typically in autocare or fast fit centres, either independently owned or part of national chains. They combine technical, retail, and customer service skills to inspect, service, and repair cars, vans, and light goods vehicles, including electric or hydrogen-powered models. They use specialist tools and diagnostic equipment, manage stock levels, and ensure high service standards. Technicians communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, handle basic complaints, and complete transactions. They follow health, safety, and environmental regulations, wear appropriate PPE, and take responsibility for their work quality, time management, and task organisation.

Course code: 76845-01

  • Entry Requirements
    The employer will agree entry requirements for these apprenticeships and these will depend on the role that they are advertising.
  • Careers and Progression
    • Autocare Technician
    • Automotive Mechanic Technician
    • Autotrade Mechanic
    • Motor Vehicle Technician
    • Vehicle Technician

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