Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship Programmes
The Motor Vehicle Industry With over 20 million private cars on the road in addition to commercial vehicles, it is not surprising that over half a million people are employed in the motor industry. Jobs vary from selling and servicing to repair and restoration, from motor mechanics and auto engineers to spray paint service receptionists. We are proud to be a locally owned and managed organisation with well established links to local employers and a knowledge of the recruitment needs of the area. Apprenticeship Programmes Apprenticeships allow you to learn while you work. As an apprentice you will build up knowledge and skills in your chosen field, gain recognized qualifications and begin to earn money. We offer both Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships at Milltech. Apprenticeships are a national programme, suitable whether you are already in work or are looking for your first role. All of our Vehicle Engineering Apprenticeship qualifications are recognized by employers everywhere and are accredited by IMI The Institute of the Motor Industry. Why would you want to be an Apprentice? Because you will: * Get a real job and follow your chosen career * Achieve recognised qualifications * Earn a wage * Learn industry specific skills which employers really want * Have the opportunity to learn completely new skills or study further in your chosen occupational area * Receive the full support of Milltech training staff
Milltech offer Apprenticeship Programmes in: Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Level 2 & Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Level 2 & Level 3 Vehicle Refinishing Operations Level 2 & Level 3 Vehicle Paint and Body Level 2 & Level 3 Vehicle Parts Level 2 & Level 3 As well as one of the NVQs (National Vocational Qualification) above you will also complete: Level 2 Apprenticeship A Level 2 Technical Certificate which will give you a knowledge and understanding of the industry. You will study for your technical certificate at Milltech and complete online and practical assessments. Application of Number, Communications and IT Key Skills at Level 1 Learning about Health & Safety and Equality & Diversity are also an essential part of the programme. Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship A Level 3 Technical Certificate which will give you a knowledge and understanding of the industry. You will study for your technical certificate at Milltech and complete online and practical assessments. Application of Number, Communications and IT Key Skills at Level 2 Learning about Health & Safety and Equality & Diversity are also an essential part of the programme. Whichever route you chose, within the Apprenticeship programme you will receive high quality off-the-job training at Milltech to support you at work and help you to achieve your qualifications.
Light Vehicle and Heavy Vehicle Most of the work will be divided into servicing and repair. Routine servicing involves carrying out checks to components, repair work will involve you in the diagnosis of faults and correcting them. The Level 2 programme runs for a 24 month period. Learners work 4 days There are 7 different units in the NVQ Level 2 which cover: * Routine vehicle maintenance * Removing and replacing engine components * Removing and replacing electrical components * Pre and post work inspection * Removing and replacing chassis units * Remove and replace vehicle transmissions * Vehicle valeting The Level 3 programme runs for up to 15 months. Learners work 4 days each week with their employer and attend Milltech on a day release basis. * Vehicle inspection * Diagnose and rectify engine faults * Diagnose and rectify chassis faults * Diagnose and rectify transmission faults * Identify and satisfy customer needs * Overhaul mechanical units * Diagnose and rectify electrical faults
Vehicle Refinishing Operations As a vehicle body refinisher you clean, prepare and paint surfaces of motor vehicles. Your main tasks will include removing and covering parts not being painted and repairing dents with special fillings. The application of paint to vehicle surfaces is a difficult skill requiring high levels of knowledge and ability. You will gain skills and knowledge in modern paint technology and the application of different paint finishes. The Level 2 programme runs for a 24 month period. Learners work days * Health and Safety * Preparing and applying foundation materials to vehicles * Preparing vehicle parts for painting * Repair panel defects The Level 3 programme runs for up to 15 months. Learners work 4 days * Vehicle finishing * Identifying and rectifying vehicle paint defects and faults * Mixing and matching vehicle paint colours
Vehicle Body Repair In this area of the motor industry your main tasks will include estimating body damage, removing, repairing or replacing damaged body components and deciding on repair techniques. You will gain skills in the alignment of a vehicle chassis following accidental damage, the welding of new panels to vehicles and conforming to the manufacturer s specifications. The Level 2 programme runs for a 24 month period. Learners work days * Maintaining positive working relationships * Contributing to workplace good housekeeping * Minimising health and safety risks * Repair non standard body panels * Remove and fit non standard vehicle body parts and panels The Level 3 programme runs for up to 15 months. Learners work 4 days * Remove and replace vehicle body panels * Rectify vehicle misalignment * Repair body panels * Repair glass reinforced panels and vehicle bodies
Vehicle Parts The Parts Department involves working with customers, making and taking telephone calls and dealing with other car dealerships. It includes stocktaking, stock control, dealing with returns and the identification, location, ordering and securing of car parts. The Level 2 programme runs for a 24 month period. Learners work 4 days * Good housekeeping * Maintain good working relationships * Select and issue vehicle parts * Process non stock items * Develop customer relations * Minimise health and safety risk * Give customers a good impression * Receive and store parts * Process returned goods and materials * Display stock to promote sales The Level 3 programme runs for up to 15 months. Learners work 4 days * Ensure good housekeeping * Minimise health and safety risk * Maintain positive working relationships * Source and order parts * Maximise sales * Co-ordinate receipt and storage of parts * Process payment transactions * Plan and monitor
What are the entry requirements? There are no minimum entry requirements for any of the apprenticeship programmes but in order to succeed up to Level 3 it is likely that an apprentice will be capable of achieving at least GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English. People do however enter apprenticeships with lower grades than this and succeed. It is important that you have a strong interest in working with vehicles and for, the practical aspects of the programme you will need a keen interest in working with your hands in a job that can be physically demanding. Apprentices are required to demonstrate that they can achieve a certain level in Key Skills (or Functional Skills). If you have not achieved this level at school Milltech can help you to develop literacy and numeracy skills to the level needed in the Motor Industry. How can I apply to join an Apprenticeship programme with Milltech? Telephone us on 0191 5100414 and ask for an application form or you can call in and pick one up. Connexions in Fawcett Street, Sunderland also have copies of our application forms. What happens after I have completed an apprenticeship? You could continue in your job and even gain promotion, you may be able to progress to a higher level of NVQ or progress to higher education courses at college or university e.g. foundation degrees or degree. Log on to IMI (The Institute of the Motor Industry) Autocity website at http://autocity.org.uk to find out more about careers and qualifications in the motor industry.
Learner Success Stories I joined Milltech from school after completing an entry level Motor Vehicle course. My first work experience and placement was with Simon Dent a local garage he laid the foundations for my apprenticeship. To start off with it wasn t easy and have to be prepared to get your hands dirty. After that 1 st year I applied to Toyota Minories, Newcastle Road and was successful with both my application and interview. I was over the moon as it is very hard to get into a main dealer. I have since completed both my level 2 & 3 Light Vehicle NVQ Apprenticeship. My manager Stephen is now going to send me on the Manufacturing Apprentice/Academy programme, this is something else I am looking forward to completing. I love what I do and my goal is to become self employed and hopefully run my own business in the future. Lee Richardson, Toyota Minories, Newcastle Road, Sunderland
Light Vehicle Apprentices Adam Parkin - Les Potts Four Wheel Drive Anthony Yates - Les Potts Four Wheel Drive
Employers we currently deal with include: * Les Potts Four Wheel Drive * Alexandra Bridge Cars * Minories Toyota * Front Street Garage * Bristol Street Garages * Clarks Coachworks * Mayfair Service Station * A Thompson & Sons * Auto Fix * Burn Bodyshop * City Auto Solutions * Frasers Auto Centre * Pattons Auto Centre * Peterlee Car Clinic * Pit Stop Garage * Shaws Motors * Hi Performance * Thirkells Garage
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