OverviewAbout this course
Build the technical skills and knowledge you need to work as a vehicle body repair assistant and help restore cars. Learn a wide range of automotive workplace skills and acquire the tools and pathways to a promising career in the automotive repair industry.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Perform a range of basic automotive repair tasks
Maintain the body of cars and other vehicles
Plan and apply automotive repair techniques
Assist in motor vehicle repairs
Apply safe work practices and communicate effectively
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
The skills to perform a range of fundamental automotive repair tasks
Knowledge around current industry standards to develop your repair and restoration skills on a range of car models
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Some experience in handling tools and equipment
Fitness at an intermediate level to complete manual tasks
Good organisational skills and ability to multi-task and respond well to rapid change
Passion for all things automotive
Your own personal protective equipment (PPE): steel-capped boots, safety goggles, hearing protection, cotton drill pants and long-sleeved cotton drill shirt
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.
This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Mechanic's Assistant
Mechanics' Assistants assist Motor Mechanics to replace and repair worn and defective parts, re-assemble mechanical components, change oil and filters, and perform other routine mechanical tasks.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
58%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
200 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
35 years
Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.
$860
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
42 hours
Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.
Entry level
Gender share
2% female
Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.
Moderate Growth
Other jobs include: Vehicle body repair assistant, Vehicle painter assistant, Vehicle detailer, Vehicle dismantler, Window tinter and Vehicle trimmer assistant
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study1 Course
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 13 units of competency, including 5 core and 8 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplaceAURAEA002
Read and respond to automotive workplace informationAURAFA002
Work effectively with others in an automotive workplaceAURAMA001
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplaceAURASA102
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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