Vehicle Parts and Operations Apprenticeship Level 3
Summary
“This Apprenticeship covers the sale of motor parts for all kinds of vehicles. Vehicle parts operatives or parts advisors order, sell and manage stock control on a wide parts and accessories for all kinds of vehicles – from care to motorcycles, to lorries, buses and coaches.” – National Apprenticeship Service
This apprenticeship is for people who want to become a fully qualified vehicle parts operative or parts advisor.
In 2009, 100% of our vehicle parts operation apprentices were offered permanent positions by their employers once they had completed their apprenticeship.
An apprenticeship is a great way to gain a new qualification while staying in your current job and earning money. At the end of the course, you will have a nationally recognised qualification and no debts to pay!
With a Level 3 Diploma, you are a fully qualified vehicle parts operative or parts advisor, and can advise and sell parts and accessories for motor vehicles, motorcycles, truck and coaches.
In the future, you may be interested in continuing your apprenticeship studies through Cornwall College Business and enrol in a team leading, people management, vehicle body and paint operations or vehicle maintenance and repair apprenticeship.
| Course Title | Location | Hrs/Wk |
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Length |
Fee* |
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| Vehicle Parts and Operations Apprenticeship Level 3 | Cornwall College Camborne | TBC | TBA | TBC | PLEASE CALL* |
Additional Information - You will attend lectures 1 day per week for 2 years. | |||||
| Vehicle Parts and Operations Apprenticeship Level 3 | Cornwall College Camborne | TBC | TBA | TBC | PLEASE CALL* |
Additional Information - You will attend lectures 1 day per week for 2 years. | |||||
Who is this course for?
This apprenticeship is designed for people who want to train on the job and gain a nationally recognised advanced qualification in vehicle parts and operations.
You must enjoy working in the motor vehicle industry, and have good customer service and administrative skills.
This is a follow on course from the Level 2 Vehicle Parts and Operations, and supports those working as a junior vehicle parts operative.
Entry requirements
To enrol in this apprenticeship, you need to be aged 16 and over, have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade C level and be employed in a suitable position.
If you are interested in this apprenticeship and do not have the required GCSEs or an employer, speak to one of our Cornwall College Business Liaison Officers on 0800 731 7594.
You must have completed the Level 2 Vehicle Parts and Operations Apprenticeship or have the relevant experience.
Course overview
You will attend lectures at the Camborne campus 1 day per week for 2 years, while remainder of the week is spent in the workplace.
During this apprenticeship, you will build on your Level 2 Diploma and have the opportunity to select units to suit your job role. You will learn to process payment transactions, resolve customer service issues and coordinate stocktaking. You may find yourself in a more senior role where you are responsible for planning, monitoring and adjusting staffing levels and schedules; or communicating with customers electronically.
The customer base will vary and may include large dealerships, small garages and members of the public. You will develop good customer service skills, while helping your company maximise sales through providing an excellent customer experience.
You will put together a portfolio of evidence to show that you are competent at the tasks you do every day, while receiving support from experienced Cornwall College tutors.
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the following qualifications:
- Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Parts Operations
- NVQ in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations
What's next?
With a Level 3 Diploma, you are a fully qualified vehicle parts operative or parts advisor, and can advise and sell parts and accessories for motor vehicles, motorcycles, truck and coaches.
In the future, you may be interested in continuing your apprenticeship studies through Cornwall College Business and enrol in a team leading, people management, vehicle body and paint operations or vehicle maintenance and repair apprenticeship.
Why choose us?
- We are the leading provider of professional business training in the South West
- Our trainers have recent and relevant industry experience
- CCB provides learning for companies who want to train their staff as well as individuals who are seeking their own personal development
- With over 1000 courses including business skills, qualifications, bespoke training as well as a range of apprenticeship programmes, we help you add new skills to your organisation
- CCB offers flexible course delivery
- We can tailor any course to suit your business needs
- We have funding available to make your training budget go further
- An independent research study has shown that companies that have trained with CCB have seen 17% more growth than companies that have not
Additional Information
If you are interested in this apprenticeship, contact Cornwall College Business and complete an online apprenticeship form. If you meet the requirements, you will be invited for an interview and be given advice and guidance on how to proceed.
There are no apprenticeship course fees charged for anyone between the ages of 16 and 18. For those aged 19 and over, fees do apply.
Contact us for more information.
* All prices shown on this website are accurate to the best of our knowledge, however, we reserve the right to amend the price of a course without prior notice. Prices may be subject to additional charges for registration, books or examinations. Please call our course booking team to find out the latest prices for this course - 0800 731 7594.
