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Apprentice light vehicle technician Review

at Halfords

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Automotive Engineering

Harrogate

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.3 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I work on and repair different vehicles everyday, working on parts such as tyres, brakes and exterior lights. I also do servicing of vehicles.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my program very much as I am very interested in the automotive industry and everything that comes along with it.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I’ve learnt how to work better as a team, better communication skills, and better customer service skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I think it’s structured very well and have no complaints over the structure.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive very good support when I need it on my course.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive very good support from my training provider when I need it. I have already received great support so far.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It helps me with the theory of what I’m doing and why it works, giving me a better understanding of the work I am doing.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No there is not any extra curricular activities at my centre.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Halfords to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have good support when needed and feeling like I’m learning very quickly.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Halfords?
Be yourself and enjoy it.
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