Advanced Selection Preferences

What do the levels mean?

  • Level 1
  • Level 2
  • Level 3
  • Level 4
  • Level 5
  • Level 6
  • Level 7

Entry requirements:

Generally at least 4 GCSEs at A*-G (or equivalent), although some courses may require no formal qualifications. There will be an interview and/or assessment.

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

Level 1 qualifications

Progression:

Further courses at Level 1 or 2

Entry requirements:

At least 4 GCSEs at A*-D or an equivalent Level 1 qualification. There will be an interview and/or assessment.

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 2, NVQ Level 2 Diploma or Apprenticeship

Progression:

Level 3 course, Advanced Apprenticeship, Employment

Entry requirements:

At least 4 GCSEs at A*-C (English and Maths preferred) or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit or Distinction Level. There will be an interview and/or assessment.

Duration:

2 Years

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 3 (and Extended Level 3), NVQ Level 3 Diploma or Advanced Apprenticeship

Progression:

Higher Education: Degree/HND/HNC, NVQ Level 4, Higher Apprenticeship, Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 3 qualification

Duration:

1 or 2 Years

Qualifications you could gain:

HNC, CertHE, NVQ Level 4 or Higher Apprenticeship

Progression:

BTEC Level 5 qualification or Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 4 qualification

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 5 Diploma, DipHE, NVQ Level 5, HND or Foundation Degree

Progression:

BTEC Level 6 qualification or Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 5 qualification

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BA (Honours) Degree

Progression:

BTEC Level 7 qualification or Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 6 qualification

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 7 Diploma

Progression:

Employment

Information for general guidance purposes only, course entry criteria may vary.

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Intermediate Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle

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Who is the course suitable for?

This course is suitable for candidates who are working with light vehicles, seeking to develop a career in the car servicing, repair and maintenance industries. Your job role should include duties such as routine vehicle maintenance and inspections including servicing, repairing and replacing faulty parts and maintaining records. At the end of this course you will be able to work in a garage as a service advisor or maintenance controller.

What is required to join this course?

- 5 GCSEs grade A*-C including Maths and English or the equivalent
AND/OR
- An appropriate Certificate in Vocational Studies with recommendation from your tutor
- Successful College interview/assessment

What will I learn, how will I be assessed and what qualifications will I achieve?

You will have the opportunity to study:
- Vehicle chassis systems
- Vehicle engine systems
- Vehicle transmission systems
- Routine light vehicle maintenance
- Engine units and components
- Health and Safety and good housekeeping within an automotive environment

How will the course be taught?

The underpinning knowledge will be delivered in the classroom, complemented by the hands-on experience gained in the College workshop. Learners will be required to sit a test to prove their knowledge retention. Evidence will also be collected from the workplace and an assessor will come to the workplace to observe your activities.

What are the career/progression opportunities?

- Entry to Level 3 programmes, i.e. Advanced Apprenticeship in Automotive Studies
- Higher level employment in the automotive industry in roles such as service advisor or maintenance controller

How to enrol and about reduced fees?

To enrol on a course, please drop in to our Admissions department at the main site, Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, and one of our advisors will be pleased to help you. Alternatively you can telephone (023) 8091 1299.

Payment is accepted by cheque, credit or debit card at the time of enrolment.

Course Dates

Course DescriptionCourse CodeSession CodeVenueStart DateWhenWksFeesApply Online
Intermediate Apprenticeship in Light VehicleLVIAV2LVEC2EC12/09/2011-0APPLY

 

The college wishes to ensure that it complies with the requirements of the DDA (as amended by the Special Educational Needs & Disability Act 2001). If you have a disability please contact the Additional Learning Support Department team on 023 8091 1235/1210.

Don't forget our College open days, for enrolment, advice and guidance!

For further information telephone 023 8091 1299 or visit www.eastleigh.ac.uk