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Key Details

Course Area:

Motor Vehicle

Student Type:

-

Course Type:

Apprenticeship

Location:

Ruddington

Mode of Attendance:

Block release

Apprenticeship Start:

You can start this apprenticeship at any time.

Course Introduction

If you’re looking to build on your existing skills, while working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of vehicle refinishing facilities, this programme will give you the advanced technical knowledge you will need.

The programme covers the advanced technical and practical needs for today’s automotive body repair industry.

The learning programme involves studying a range of theory and practical aspects, including the following:

  • Establish and record different types of customers and their needs
  • Establish and record vehicle data
  • Appraise damaged vehicles and estimate repair costs
  • Establish the correct repair methods, vehicle construction and materials
  • Appraise and value vehicles pre-accident condition and correctly categorise vehicle salvage
  • Health and safety

Duration: 36 months

Course Information

Vehicle Damage Assessor - Level 4

Level 4

You will need to be employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week in a relevant job but we can assist you in finding a placement.

You will also need 5 GCSEs at grades A* to C/9 to 4 or equivalent including English Language and Maths. Some employers may require additional qualifications depending on the role, such as a relevant Level 3 qualification.

Adults who are aged 19+ with appropriate industry experience but without the necessary qualifications are welcome to apply.

All applicants will be required to undertake an assessment in English and maths prior to enrolling.

For each module you will have to complete course work, written assignments, practical assessments, online tests and work based observations.

  • Career in the automotive body repair industry

Careers

Plumbers and Heating and Ventilating Installers and Repairers

Earnings

£32,820

Average Earnings

Employment

Pathways

Transportation Maintenance

People in these occupations maintain and service transport vehicles and specialised vehicle systems.

Engineering

People in these occupations use scientific principles to solve practical problems across a variety of engineering disciplines: civil, chemical, mechanical, etc.

Building and Construction

People in these occupations manage building projects, inspect structures, and carry out various construction trades: masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical installation, etc.

Skills

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.