29 Nov 2021
Key Facts
Qualification purpose
Prepare for further learning or training and/or develop knowledge and/or skills in a subject area
Qualification Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Why choose this qualification?
These qualifications are intended to provide learners with a broad introduction to the motor vehicle sector, equipping learners with underpinning knowledge and skills specific to the sector alongside a range of transferable employability skills. They are designed to support progression to further learning and ultimately to work in motor vehicle or other related sectors.
These qualifications are intended to provide learners with a broad introduction to the motor vehicle sector, equipping learners with underpinning knowledge and skills specific to the sector alongside a range of transferable employability skills. They are designed to support progression to further learning and ultimately to work in motor vehicle or other related sectors.
The qualifications have been developed with the support of a number of further education colleges, training providers and adult and community learning providers. They have been designed to be consistent with the principles for study programmes for 16-19 year olds but are also relevant, particularly in the case of the smaller qualifications, for adults including the unemployed. These qualifications are also suitable for pre 16 learners.
Rules of Combination
Learners must complete the three mandatory units from the Mandatory Group (M), totalling 6 credits. In addition, they must complete a minimum of 6 credits from Group O1 (Optional units - Motor Vehicle Skills) and 6 further credits from either Group O1 or Group O2 (Optional units - Employability Skills, English and Maths). Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title.
Units
6 credits must be completed from this group.
Introduction to Motor Vehicle Workshop Safety
Introduction to the Retail Automotive Maintenance and Repair Industry
Motor Vehicle Workshop Tools and Equipment
A minimum of 6 credits must be completed from this group.
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Automotive Foundation Skills
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Basic Vehicle Valeting
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Routine Braking System Checks
Vehicle Braking Systems Components and Maintenance
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Compression Ignition Engine Systems, Components and Operation
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Routine Cooling and Lubrication System Checks
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Principles of Engine Components and Operations
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Introduction to Compression Ignition Fuel Systems
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Introduction to Low Carbon Technologies in the Automotive Industry
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Light Vehicle Construction
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Motorcycle Construction
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Principles of Component Fitting
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Routine Motorcycle Checks
Routine Motorcycle Maintenance Processes and Procedures
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Routine Vehicle Checks
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Simple Body Repair Processes
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Simple Paint Spraying Processes
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Introduction to Spark Ignition and Compression Ignition Fuel Systems
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Spark Ignition Engine Systems, Components and Operation
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Introduction to Spark Ignition Fuel Systems
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Spark Ignition System Maintenance
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Principles of Light Vehicle Steering and Suspension Systems
Steering and Suspension Systems Components and Maintenance 4 Wheels or More
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Vehicle Electrical Foundation Skills
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Vehicle Exhaust Systems Components and Maintenance
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Vehicle Lighting System Maintenance
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Routine Wheel and Tyre Checks
Vehicle Wheels and Tyres Construction and Maintenance
A maximum of 6 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c.
A maximum of 6 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c.
Applying for a Job
Career Planning
Communication Skills for Work
Conduct at Work
Customer service skills
Digital Skills for Work
Exploring Entrepreneurship
Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas
Health and Safety in the Workplace
Interview Skills
Introduction to Self-Employment
Making the Most of Work Placement
Negotiation Skills
Numeracy Skills for Work
Searching for a Job
Self-Management Skills for Work
Setting and Meeting Work-Related Targets
Skills for Creative Thinkers
Skills for Effective Participants
Skills for Independent Enquirers
Skills for Reflective Learners
Solving Work-Related Problems
Time Management
Working Safely
Working in a Team
Working with Colleagues
A maximum of 6 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Engage in Discussion
Engage in Discussion
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Listen and Respond
Listen and Respond
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Read for Information
Read for Information
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Read for Purpose and Meaning
Read for Purpose and Meaning
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Speak to Communicate
Speak to Communicate
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Write Accurately
Write with Accuracy
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Write to Communicate
Write to Communicate
A maximum of 6 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Making Calculations
Making Calculations
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Money, Time and Temperature
Money, Time and Temperature
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Numbers, Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
Using Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Numerical Relationships, Algebra and Ratios
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using and Communicating Data
Using and Communicating Data
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using Probability
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using Size, Shape and Measures
Using Size, Shape and Space
What is the purpose of this qualification?
This qualification is suitable if you need a broad introduction to the motor vehicle sector at Entry level. It will be of specific relevance to:
• Young people interested in a career in the motor vehicle sector who intend, but are not yet ready, to access level 1 qualifications
• Young people and adults, including those with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, who wish to work in the motor vehicle sector but need a grounding in the subject and an opportunity to develop more general workplace skills, usually over a one year period, before applying for work.
What skills, knowledge, or understanding does this qualification develop?
This qualification provides you with a range of basic, introductory skills, as well as core knowledge, relevant to the motor vehicle sector, alongside generic employability skills which are needed both in the motor vehicle sector and across other sectors. You must take the following mandatory units:
• Introduction to the Retail Automotive Maintenance and Repair Industry
• Introduction to Motor Vehicle Workshop Safety
• Motor Vehicle Workshop Tools and Equipment
Optional units include knowledge and skills relevant to different job roles in the sector (such as routine motorcycle and vehicle checks, simple body repair processes and basic vehicle valeting) alongside generic employability skills (such as self-management skills and working in at team).
How is this qualification different from other, similar qualifications?
This qualification is part of a suite which includes an Award, Certificate and Diploma. You should take the Certificate if you need a broad introduction to the sector, as well as more generic workplace skills, before progressing to a Level 1 qualification or to employment (with further training where possible), as illustrated in the target learner profiles provided above.
Which sector does this qualification support?
You could progress from this qualification to an entry-level role in the motor vehicle sector such as a car valet or body shop assistant, but opportunities for jobs at this level are very limited.
What are the progression options?
You can progress to a Level 1 certificate or diploma in the motor vehicle sector, including Gateway Qualifications’ Level 1 Certificate and Diploma in Skills for the Motor Vehicle Sector
Progression & entry requirements
You do not need any prior qualifications or a specific level of attainment to take this qualification. It is available to learners of any age.Funding information
There are now two main sources for funding information, a straightforward ESFA Qualification Search and the more detailed Find a Learning Aim website.
The new Find a learning aim (FALA) service provides a search tool that you can use to check the funding status of any qualification, framework, unit, standard or T Level:
View this qualification on the ESFA’s Find a learning aim website
The Education and Skills Funding Agency search provides funding information on qualifications. It does not provide funding information for units, non-regulated activity and work placements, for this information please use Find a learning aim (FALA).
View this qualification on the ESFA Qualification Funding Search
How to find a learning aim
If you’re not sure how to use the new find a learning aim website, we’ve created a handy walkthrough to help you:
How to Use: Find a learning Aim
We have done our best to collate and summarise the key information, and wherever possible we alert our providers to changes in funding policy.
This funding information is provided in good faith and it is always advisable to check directly with the funding agencies before committing to delivery.
The following support materials will help you to deliver this qualification.
Related Qualifications
- Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award In Skills for the Motor Vehicle Sector (Entry 3)
- Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Diploma In Skills for the Motor Vehicle Sector (Entry 3)
- Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award In Skills for the Motor Vehicle Sector
- Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate In Skills for the Motor Vehicle Sector
- Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Diploma In Skills for the Motor Vehicle Sector