33 months + 3 months AA
The Level 2 Autocare Technician apprenticeship develops skilled, capable technicians with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to inspect, service, maintain and repair vehicles across a range of common vehicle systems. Apprentices build practical expertise in vehicle health checks, routine servicing, brakes, steering and suspension, wheels and tyres, engines, electrical systems and workshop diagnostics, while developing skills in hybrid and electric vehicle technology, high-voltage safety and safe workshop practice.
Build knowledge of health and safety, workshop tools, vehicle technology and manufacturer procedures while developing skills in vehicle inspections, health checks, diagnostic equipment and measurement techniques.
Develop practical skills across braking systems, wheels and tyres, steering and suspension systems, wheel alignment, tyre inspection, tyre replacement and routine maintenance activities.
Build knowledge of engine operation, cooling and lubrication systems while developing skills in engine inspection, testing, maintenance procedures and fault identification.
Develop skills across air intake and exhaust systems, component servicing, air and fuel fault diagnosis, emissions control and sensor diagnostics.
Strengthen understanding of vehicle electrical systems, batteries, relays, starting and charging systems while developing confidence in electrical testing, component replacement and basic fault diagnosis.
Develop knowledge of petrol and diesel fuel systems, ignition systems, alternative fuel technologies and hybrid vehicle fundamentals.
Build skills across manual and automatic transmissions, clutch servicing and replacement, differentials, powertrain layouts, four-wheel drive systems and gear ratios.
Develop skills across electric and hybrid vehicle fundamentals, high-voltage safety, EV maintenance and servicing, air conditioning and refrigerant handling, alongside airbags, restraint systems and SRS diagnostics.
Develop technicians with practical servicing, maintenance and repair skills across common vehicle systems, using industry-standard tools, equipment and workshop procedures to support day-to-day workshop operations.
Develop employees who can carry out vehicle health checks, inspect key systems, identify wear and faults and use diagnostic and measurement techniques to support effective servicing and maintenance.
Your apprentice will develop knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle technology, high-voltage safety, maintenance and servicing, supporting skills across modern vehicle technologies.
Strengthen workshop capability across servicing, brakes, steering, suspension, engines, electrical systems and driveline components, helping support efficient vehicle maintenance and repair activities.
Develop competent Autocare Technicians from within your workforce while building a sustainable pipeline of automotive talent to support growth, retention and succession planning.
We know you’re under pressure to deliver more with less. That’s why we’ve built our programme to maximise value – for you and your apprentices. From best-in-class training centres and personalised support to transparent reporting and industry-aligned outcomes, everything we do is designed to make your life easier. Trusted by top brands across the UK, we deliver consistency, accountability, and excellence that goes beyond compliance. Your success is our goal – and we’re ready to help your technicians thrive.
The Level 2 Autocare Technician apprenticeship gives you the practical workshop skills and technical knowledge to inspect, service, maintain and repair vehicles across a range of common vehicle systems. You'll learn how to carry out vehicle health checks, identify wear and faults, replace components and work safely with workshop tools, measuring equipment and diagnostic technology.
You'll build hands-on experience across servicing, brakes, steering and suspension, wheels and tyres, engines, cooling and lubrication systems, electrical systems and vehicle diagnostics. You'll put these skills into practice in your role while developing the confidence to complete routine maintenance, support fault diagnosis and carry out repairs safely and effectively.
Best of all? You'll be learning while earning, gaining real workshop experience and building the practical skills needed for a career in vehicle servicing, maintenance and repair.
You'll develop safe workshop practices while carrying out vehicle health checks, inspections and routine maintenance activities. You'll learn how to use workshop tools, measuring equipment and diagnostic technology while following manufacturer procedures and health and safety requirements.
You'll develop practical skills inspecting, maintaining and replacing braking components, wheels and tyres while learning about tyre legislation, wear patterns, wheel balancing and vehicle safety.
You'll build knowledge of steering and suspension systems, wheel alignment and vehicle dynamics while developing practical inspection and maintenance skills.
You'll develop understanding of engine operation, cooling and lubrication systems while learning how to inspect components, carry out servicing activities and identify common faults.
You'll explore air intake, fuel and exhaust systems while building knowledge of emissions control systems and the inspection and maintenance activities associated with them.
You'll develop your understanding of vehicle electrical systems, batteries, starting and charging systems, wiring and electrical testing while building confidence using diagnostic equipment.
You'll build your understanding of modern vehicle technology, including hybrid and electric vehicle routine maintenance, high-voltage awareness and the changing technologies used across the automotive sector.
You’ll develop skills across electric and hybrid vehicle fundamentals, high-voltage safety, EV maintenance and servicing, air conditioning and refrigerant handling, alongside airbags, restraint systems and SRS diagnostics.
Build the practical competence and confidence to carry out vehicle servicing, inspections, maintenance and routine repairs across a range of common vehicle systems.
Strengthen your ability to identify wear, recognise faults and use diagnostic equipment to support effective servicing, maintenance and repair activities.
Work with professional workshop equipment while carrying out vehicle inspections, servicing activities, brake maintenance, tyre replacement and component repairs.
Complete a Level 2 apprenticeship alongside specialist qualifications in refrigerant handling and hybrid and electric vehicle routine maintenance, demonstrating your capability across modern vehicle servicing activities.
Build the technical knowledge, workshop experience and confidence needed to progress towards skilled automotive technician roles and further technical development opportunities.
If you’re ready to swap the classroom for something more practical, we’ve got the course for you. The Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship gives you the chance to work with real employers, earn money, and get qualified doing what you enjoy. From advanced tools and electric vehicles to helping customers and solving problems, this programme is your first step into a proper career – and we’ll support you every mile of the way. Whether you’re coming from school, college, or a completely different path, we’ll help you succeed.