Skills for Work: Automotive Skills National 4 (SCQF level 4)
The National 4 Skills for Work Course: Automotive Skills at SCQF level 4 provides an introduction to the automotive industry and a progression route into further education, training or employment in the industry.
The Course covers areas such as vehicle maintenance and repair, fitting, electrical work, paint operations and roadside assistance — and develops the practical skills, problem solving skills, and knowledge and understanding needed in the automotive industry.
Learners will also develop transferable employability skills, including:
- an understanding of the workplace and the employee’s responsibilities (eg time-keeping, appearance, customer care)
- self-evaluation skills
- positive attitude to learning
- flexible approaches to solving problems
- adaptability and positive attitude to change
- confidence to set goals, reflect and learn from experience
Qualification structure
Group Award code C271 74 (24 SCQF credit points)
The Skills for Work Course in Automotive Skills at SCQF level 4 consists of four mandatory Units.
How to assess
There is no external assessment for this Course. Learners must successfully complete each Unit to achieve the Course.
Unit specifications provide detailed information on the Evidence Requirements for each Unit. The Unit Support Notes provide information on approaches to assessment for each Unit.
The Units are internally assessed by centres and externally verified by SQA.
Qualification Verification Summary Report
- 2017 Internal Assessment Report (139 KB)
- 2016 Internal Assessment Report (139 KB)
- 2015 Internal Assessment Report (155 KB)
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Why study this qualification
This qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners including:
- pupils from mainstream schools or other education establishments
- school leavers
- adult returners to education
- learners in employment who wish to enhance their career prospects
- learners participating in 16+ programmes
- college students wishing to develop their skills and knowledge in relation to the automotive industry
- trainees participating in preparation for entering employment
- individuals involved in voluntary activities
Access
Entry is at the discretion of the centre.
Employment and progression
Successful learners may progress to:
- Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and Modern Apprenticeships in automotive areas
- further education
- training/employment in the automotive industry
Qualification structure
Group Award code C271 74 (24 SCQF credit points)
The Skills for Work Course in Automotive Skills at SCQF level 4 consists of four mandatory Units.