Automotive Apprenticeships Standards

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Steering success through the new Automotive EPA reforms

Automotive apprenticeships build the vital technical skills needed for the future. Covering everything from light vehicle service technicians, heavy vehicle specialists, vehicle damage and cutting-edge electric and hybrid vehicle technology, our apprenticeship standards equip learners with the practical experience required to succeed in a fast-moving automotive world.

As skills reforms reshape apprenticeships in England, we're here to support you through change with clarity, consistency and confidence. Alongside this, we continue to deliver high-quality End-point assessment service (EPA, ensuring a reliable, consistent experience that supports successful outcomes for every apprentice and their employer).

Whether you already deliver automotive apprenticeships or are exploring your next steps, stay up to date with the latest developments, available standards and practical guidance across our automotive apprenticeship offer. Explore what’s available now, what’s coming next, and how we can support you through change with confidence.

Featured apprenticeship

Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) end-point assessment (EPA)

We offer the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) end-point assessment (EPA), designed to support learners developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to become qualified motor vehicle technicians. Apprentices gain the confidence and competence to service, maintain and repair light vehicles such as cars and vans, preparing them for careers within manufacturer dealerships and independent garages.

The EPA reflects real workplace practice, enabling apprentices to demonstrate their ability to diagnose faults, carry out repairs and apply technical knowledge in a professional setting. Supported by a comprehensive suite of guidance documents and preparation resources, our EPA helps apprentices showcase their occupational competence while providing employers and training providers with a high-quality, rigorous assessment experience.

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Mandatory qualifications for the latest automotive apprenticeships

As the automotive industry evolves, so do apprenticeship requirements. Our Level 2 and Level 3 Electric Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualifications, alongside the Mobile Air Conditioning (F-Gas) qualification, are now becoming mandatory components within the latest automotive apprenticeship standards.

Designed with employers and industry experts, these qualifications equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to work safely and confidently with emerging vehicle technologies. They support the transition to zero-emission transport while helping training providers deliver apprenticeships that meet current industry expectations.

Successful learners also receive a digital credential, making it easy to showcase their achievements and technical competence to employers and customers, while supporting ongoing career development in the automotive sector.

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Explore our range of Automotive apprenticeships, designed to support quality delivery, learner progression and employer relevance.

EPA

Level 3 Automotive Vehicle Service and Maintenance technician (9301)

Provides a route into light vehicle service and repair, with a focus on diagnostics.

EPA

Autocare Technician (9304)

Prepares learners for roles as Auto-care Technicians working in fast-fit centres, carrying out servicing and repairs on cars, vans and light goods vehicles.

EPA

Heavy vehicle service and maintenance technician (9302)

Prepares learners for roles as Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technicians working on large goods vehicles and trailers in dealerships, independent garages or fleet operations.

EPA

Vehicle damage paint technician (9321)

Prepares learners for roles as Vehicle Damage Paint Technicians within collision repair and SMART repair environments.

EPA

Vehicle damage panel technician (9322)

Prepares learners for roles as Vehicle Damage Panel Technicians within collision repair workshops, working on cars and light commercial vehicles.

EPA

Vehicle damage mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) technician (9323)

Prepares learners for roles as Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim Technicians within collision repair workshops

What sets us apart

Designed to build confidence, strengthen competence, and inspire excellence, our automotive apprenticeships help learners progress in their automotive careers.

Industry-relevant, future-focused

Developed with industry, bringing together key automotive employers, and sector experts to ensure automotive products and services reflect the needs of today’s workplaces.

Unrivalled support

Dedicated Partnership Team and specialist advisors

Access to automotive webinars, network events, and curriculum planning support

Flexible & scalable delivery

No specialist delivery requirements

Workplace-relevant assessments that enhance employability

Proven capability & scale

Over 100,000 EPAs delivered with a 90% pass rate

Market leader in EPA certifications with 13.1% of total EPAs completed

Support you can count on

Our solutions help you stay on track and deliver quality outcomes every step of the way.

Proficient:

Streamline apprenticeship delivery and monitor progress

Online resources:

Access mock tests, planning docs, and exemplar materials

Flexible booking:

Secure preferred dates pre-gateway for timely completions

Specialist support:

Technical advisors and partnership managers guide you every step

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