05 Mar 2018
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.
Changes to our “Skills for…” qualifications
The recent review of our Vocational qualifications has resulted in changes to qualifications in the Motor Vehicle sector that will come in to effect as of the 1st August 2020. Please refer to the new Skills for the Motor Vehicle Sector qualification specification or unit spreadsheet for further details.
Rules of Combination
Learners must complete the three mandatory units from 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). Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title. For full details see list of barred units which can be found in the qualification specification.
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 maximum of 6 credits may be completed from this group.
Applying for a Job
Applying for a Job
Assessing own Personal, Learning and Thinking Skills
Assessing own Personal, Learning and Thinking Skills
Building Working Relationships with Colleagues
Career Planning
Career Planning
Career Progression
Career Progression
Conduct at Work
Effective Communication in the Workplace
Effective Communication in the Workplace
Effectiveness at Work
Effectiveness at Work
Exploring Entrepreneurship
Exploring Entrepreneurship
Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas
Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas
Interview Skills
Interview Skills
Introduction to Self-Employment
Introduction to Self-Employment
Learning from Work Placement
Learning from Work Placement
Positive Attitudes and Behaviours at Work
Preparing for Work Placement
Preparing for Work Placement
Preparing for an Interview
Preparing for an Interview
Safe Learning in the Workplace
Safe Learning in the Workplace
Searching for a Job
Searching for a Job
Self-Management Skills
Setting and Meeting Targets at Work
Setting and Meeting Targets at Work
Skills for Creative Thinkers
Skills for Creative Thinkers
Skills for Effective Participants
Skills for Effective Participants
Skills for Independent Enquirers
Skills for Independent Enquirers
Skills for Reflective Learners
Skills for Reflective Learners
Skills for Self Managers
Skills for Self Managers
Skills for Team Workers
Skills for Team Workers
Solving Work-Related Problems
Solving Work-related Problems
Time Management
Using ICT in the Workplace
Using ICT in the Workplace
Using Numeracy Skills in the Workplace
Using Numeracy Skills in the Workplace
Work in a customer-friendly way
Work in a customer-friendly way
Working in a Team
Working in a Team
Working with Colleagues
A minimum of 6 credits must be completed from this group.
Automotive Foundation Skills
Basic Vehicle Valeting
Compression Ignition Engine Systems, Components and Operation
Introduction to Compression Ignition Fuel Systems
Introduction to Low Carbon Technologies in the Automotive Industry
Introduction to Spark Ignition Fuel Systems
Introduction to Spark Ignition and Compression Ignition Fuel Systems
Light Vehicle Construction
Motorcycle Construction
Principles of Component Fitting
Principles of Engine Components and Operations
Principles of Light Vehicle Steering and Suspension Systems
Routine Braking System Checks
Routine Cooling and Lubrication System Checks
Routine Motorcycle Maintenance Processes and Procedures
Routine Vehicle Checks
Routine Vehicle Maintenance Processes and Procedures on Vehicles with Four Wheels or more
Routine Wheel and Tyre Checks
Simple Body Repair Processes
Simple Paint Spraying Processes
Spark Ignition Engine Systems, Components and Operation
Spark Ignition System Maintenance
Steering and Suspension Systems Components and Maintenance 4 Wheels or More
Vehicle Braking Systems Components and Maintenance
Vehicle Electrical Foundation Skills
Vehicle Exhaust Systems Components and Maintenance
Vehicle Lighting System Maintenance
Vehicle Wheels and Tyres Construction and Maintenance
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
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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