Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Apprenticeship & NVQ Level 2

Overview
We understand the vital importance of skilled and technically proficient motor vehicle maintenance and repair specialists. Not only do they enhance the service you offer to your clients and improve your company’s productivity, they can also improve your billing levels, increase your overall profitability and markedly reduce misdiagnosed repairs and lead them to sell a high proportion of their hours, quickly – delivering impressive benefits to your bottom line!

The Apprenticeship also ensures that your apprentice’s numeracy, literacy and ICT skills are completely up to scratch.

The Apprenticeship has been developed by The Institute of the Motor Industry www.motor.org.uk to meet the needs and demands of the industry – designed by motor vehicle maintenance and repair professionals, for motor vehicle maintenance and repair professionals.

There are two qualifications offered: Apprenticeship and NVQ Level 2.

Who is it for?
Young people who join your firm with the intention of becoming a professional technician / mechanic.
It is available to people over the age of 16, through to a 65 year old. We are never too old to learn new tricks!

Benefits
• 100% of employers who have employed a learner who has completed a Mantra pre-apprenticeship programme have had a net positive cash flow from the start of employment.

• 100% of employers who have engaged with our advanced diagnostic programme have reported a 50% decrease in misdiagnosed repairs/ reworks and a 30% increase in profit from diagnostic repairs.

• The Mantra Apprenticeship develops ‘Diagnostic Technicians’ who can typically be charged out at 25% more in labour charges than a ‘Fast Fit’ technician.

Funding
The teaching and support element of this Apprenticeship is usually part or fully funded by the government.
However, we expect employers to fund learner time spent on the programme and their commitment to spending time to help make it really effective.

Outcome
Achievement of an Apprenticeship or NVQ level 2 in this programme vital Key Skills in numeracy, communication and ICT (included in the Apprenticeship) leads to a much better understanding of the role of the professional technician/mechanic and how it contributes to the success of your company.
On completion, Apprentices will have proved to our skilled assessment staff and to you, their employer, that they are competent and technically capable of maintaining and repairing vehicles to a high standard.
92% of our Apprentices and NVQ learners achieved in 2009, on this programme.

Duration
It usually takes around two years to complete, during which time the Apprentice will divide their time between Mantra and your place of work.
Typically the NVQ Level 2 takes between 9 to 12 months to complete and the Apprenticeship 18-24 Months.

Progression
Having completed this qualification, learners can progress to a Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Advanced Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3, equivalent to 2, A levels, grade A-C. A highly valued technician level.

Employer Feedback

Tony Poole – TP Tyres
In September 2009 Tony employed one of Mantra’s Young Apprentice school leavers. Daniel had studied Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair level 1 with Mantra from the age of 14, alongside his GCSEs. This meant Daniel attending Mantra 2 days a week and the other 3 days back in school.
“Daniel was ready to work from day one. The skills and knowledge Daniel already had, helped him settle into his role and was able to really earn his wage from day one. This was vital in the current economic climate. Daniel was proficient in changing wheels and tyres, vehicle valeting and general workshop duties. Daniel is now completing his Apprenticeship with Mantra Learning and progressing at an amazing rate. After only 6 months on programme, Daniel can now carry out a range of jobs, carrying out all the usual ‘Fast Fit’ operations (Servicing, Brakes, Suspension, Steering, and Exhausts). I have a vision of Daniel running my garage for me one day”.

Technical Specification
The course includes 7 mandatory units and 1 optional unit. The optional unit can be selected from the list below:
Mandatory Units
• Ensure their own actions reduce risks to health and safety
• Maintain positive working relationships
• Remove and replace vehicle engine and components
• Remove and replace chassis units and components
• Remove and replace auxiliary electrical units and components
• Contribute to good housekeeping
• Carry out routine vehicle maintenance
Optional Units
• Conduct pre and post work vehicle checks
• Valet vehicles
• Remove and replace vehicle transmission driveline units and components