Central Regional TAFE
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Gain practical automotive skills and workshop experience with this hands-on Certificate II designed to prepare you for an apprenticeship or further study in the automotive industry. Learn to service, maintain, and repair vehicles while developing essential problem-solving and safety skills.
You should have completed Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent qualifications such as AQF OLNA, NAPLAN Band 8, or C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths. Alternatively, you may have completed a Certificate I or Certificate II. You should have basic reading, writing, and maths skills, be physically capable of carrying out workshop activities, and be comfortable following safety procedures in a workshop environment.
The course covers using and maintaining tools and equipment in an automotive workplace, including measuring tools. You will learn to dismantle, tag, and service engines, understand safety and environmental legislation relevant to workshop practice, and develop skills to resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace. Communication skills specific to the automotive industry are also covered, along with practical experience in basic vehicle servicing, maintenance tasks, and automotive vehicle body repair work.
Central Regional TAFE is a government-funded vocational education provider in Western Australia with extensive experience delivering hands-on automotive training. The course is delivered on campus with access to real workshop facilities and equipment, providing authentic workplace experience. As part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative, this course is offered at half price with fees capped at $1,200 (or $400 for ages 15-24 or eligible concession holders), making quality automotive training accessible and affordable.
Upon completion, you will be well-positioned to pursue an apprenticeship in the automotive industry or progress to further automotive qualifications. Career opportunities include roles as an automotive technician, vehicle service technician, or automotive mechanic. The practical skills and workshop experience gained will prepare you for entry-level positions in automotive service centres, dealerships, fleet maintenance operations, or independent repair workshops.
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