You will learn about different aspects of the automotive industry, including cars, vehicle modification, the garage environment and the work of a technician.
You will develop the skills and knowledge though completion of a Skills for Work (SfW) National Subject in Automotive Skills as well as working closely with an employer.
You will also complete a Work Based Challenge Unit (SCQF Level 4).
These vary depending on which year you are in when you start the Foundation Apprenticeship. It could range from no formal entry requirements to some subjects at National 3 or 4. Check with your school for details.
The Foundation Apprenticeship (FA) in Automotive is for pupils staying on at school. You can choose this FA as one of your subjects in S3 - S6.
Skills for Work award in Automotive Skills (SCQF Level 4).
There are several progression routes after completing the FA in Automotive:
Further study, training or employment in:
Your school will give your parents an Options or Choices information booklet, which has detailed information on the curriculum and the individual subjects or courses you can study. It will also invite them along to a Parents’ Information Evening.
They can also read the information leaflet(s):
Usually 1 year.
