The UK automotive industry is a vital part of the UK economy with more than £82 billion turnover. Which employs over 160,000 people in the automotive industry around the UK. There are over 38 million vehicles in UK and 45,000 vehicle related businesses.
The average salary for a qualified car mechanic in the UK starts at £18,000, with an experienced mechanic £21k-£27k with senior technicians or workshop supervisor earning £28k-£35k.
Over the next 10 years the motor vehicle industry will be focused on repair, maintenance and improvement (electric vehicle). The demand of electrical vehicles will increase due to demands for more eco efficient vehicle as a result of the climate change.
The UK automotive industry is a vital part of the UK economy with more than £82 billion turnover. Which employs over 160,000 people in the automotive industry around the UK. There are over 38 million vehicles in UK and 45,000 vehicle related businesses.
Multi-million-pound industry standard workshops
You could earn between £27,780 – £46,525 in a full time job
You'll be taught by some of industry’s top mechanics and motor vehicle engineers
Working with the top local motor vehicle companies
Holland completed her Level 2 in Motor Vehicle at Rodbaston College and has gone on to get an apprenticeship with Mercedes-Benz of Wolverhampton. “I like the course as it has helped me progress and learn new skills and teachers Alan, Phil and Kelvin have supported me whenever I needed.”
Holland Hanson
Former Level 2 Motor Vehicle Student
We offer motor vehicle maintenance and repair programmes at Entry 3, level 1, level 2, level 3 and apprenticeships level 3. We deliver through practical tasks and theoretical sessions incorporating digital technology.
You’ll benefit from a hands-on approach to motor vehicle maintenance, covering a range of subjects to give you a greater understanding of the motor vehicle industry.
During this course, you’ll cover routine servicing, engine maintenance, electrical systems, chassis system, transmissions and much more.
You dont just need to have left school to become an apprentice, we have apprenticeship offers for all ages and are a great way for adults to retrain for a new career. Whatever destination you’ve set your sights on, an apprenticeship will help you get there.
At South Staffordshire College our students come first, and everything we do is aimed at helping you to realise your full potential. We are about careers not courses and our expert staff will make sure you have the skills and knowledge needed to give you that competitive edge for when you start your career within your chosen industry.
As a school leaver, you will be treated as an adult, within a friendly and supportive environment. You’ll enjoy more freedom and independence, and you’ll make many new friends, all with the same passion and journey ahead as you. As an adult, we understand you may feel uneasy about returning to education, but there is no need to be. We have smaller class sizes and supportive tutors to make you feel very welcome.
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