Apprentice Programme
Introducing Mitsubishi's Apprentice Programme
As one of the world’s largest vehicle manufacturers, Mitsubishi Motors is fully committed to retaining its position at the forefront of the industry.
We want to attract bright, enthusiastic individuals into the industry who can provide technical expertise to support an expanding dealer network. With new models appearing all the time, the need for specialists with a full understanding of advanced Mitsubishi technology is vital.
Apprentice Technician Training
To ensure our dealer network is equipped to meet the motoring needs of today’s demanding customers, Mitsubishi offers a comprehensive three-year Apprentice Technician Programme. The programme ensures that everyone who qualifies as a Mitsubishi Technician will possess all the skills and knowledge to carry out every aspect of vehicle maintenance and repair work within a Mitsubishi dealership.
The programme has been designed specifically with your and the dealerships’ future needs in mind. It maximises "on-the-job" training whilst minimising your time away from the dealership. The programme is run by a fully qualified, dedicated team who will ensure that you receive comprehensive training on the latest vehicles, specialist tools, industry technologies, diagnostic equipment, IT systems and customer handling techniques.
What’s In It For You?
Education & Training Programme
- You’ll achieve a nationally recognised qualification
- You’ll receive real on-the-job training
- All training is carried out by qualified Mitsubishi lecturers
- The programme is fully supported by Mitsubishi
- You’ll enjoy full use of Mitsubishi’s training resources
- You’ll be given block release for training
- Your safety is paramount to us (24hr support provided)
Who Should Enrol?
As a guide to enrolling candidates on to the programme, the following would be beneficial:
- Ideally aged between 16 – 18 years old
- Predicted or achieved Grade C or above in GCSE Maths, English and a related subject
- Have a genuine interest in automotive engineering, electrics and electronics
- Have an interest in motor vehicles
- Must be able to communicate effectively and work within a team environment
Format of the Scheme
Once you have passed the selection process, the pathway below is followed:
- You will join as an Apprentice Technician at a selected dealership
- You will receive on-the-job training from a Mitsubishi qualified Senior Technician in your dealership
In addition, you receive additional theoretical and practical training on block release at The Mitsubishi Training Centre based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
- Regular visits to the dealership from a dedicated Field Assessor
- Product specific courses will be provided for any new Mitsubishi product
- You will spend the next three years studying to become a qualified Mitsubishi Technician. During this time progress will be regularly monitored and reviewed
- The programme provides the dealer network with dedicated technicians equipped with the necessary skills to move into specialist areas, becoming customer facing and potentially leading to senior management positions within a dealership or beyond
Qualifications – The Pot of Gold
Every candidate enrolled on the programme will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship Vocational Competency Qualification (V.C.Q. in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and an IMI Technical qualification), as well as achieving Mitsubishi Technician status upon completion of the programme. In order to gain these qualifications the apprentice will demonstrate knowledge through the following:
- A series of performance based practical assessments
- V.C.Q. Portfolio building
- End of block course written assessments
- Within the Modern Apprenticeship qualification there are three areas in which the learner must prove knowledge, understanding and competence.
- 1. V.C.Q. Level 3 Portfolio, plus underpinning knowledge examinations.
- 2. Key Skills – examinations, communication, application of number and Information Technology, plus portfolio.
- 3. Technical Certificate – Latest Institute of Motor Industry standards.
When all three elements have been achieved an ‘Advanced Apprentice’ framework certificate is awarded. When two years experience have been gained after receipt of the ‘Advanced Apprentice’ certificate and all the relevant courses have been achieved, then ‘Master Technician’ status will be awarded.
Accommodation
As part of The Advanced Apprenticeship Programme, apprentices will complete block release from their dealership to study for their Technical Certificate.
The Technical Certificate training is carried out in the Mitsubishi Training Academy based at The Colt Car Company (CCC) in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
How to Apply
To be considered for our Apprentice Programme you will first need to gain employment at a Mitsubishi dealer.
To locate your local Mitsubishi Dealer click here.
We recommend you contact the Service Manager who will be able to provide you with further information.
To download the Apprentice Programme leaflet click here.
Or for more information on the Mitsubishi Apprentice Programme contact;
The Mitsubishi Training Centre, The Colt Car Company, Watermoor, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 1LF
Telephone 01285 647 262
