CERTIFICATE II IN AUTOMOTIVE VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
COURSE CODE: AUR20720
AIET (RTO Code 121314) Delivered by Horsham College
Fed TAFE (RTO Code 4909)
Skillinvest (RTO Code 4192)
Study & Career Pathways
Possible study pathways
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Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology; Automotive Body Repair Technology; Automotive Electrical Technology; Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology; Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology; Marine Mechanical Technology; Mobile Plant Technology; Motorcycle Mechanical Technology
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Certificate IV in Automotive
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Diploma of Automotive technology
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Bachelor of Science in Automotive Engineering
Potential career paths
Aircraft Mechanic; Automotive electrician; Earthmoving and mobile plant; Heavy vehicle mechanic; Light vehicle mechanic; Motorcycle mechanic
Program Delivery
This program is a completion of the certificate over two years.
Location: WTTC, Horsham College; Fed TAFE, Horsham; Longerenong College
Contact: Wednesdays during school terms 9:20am to 3:20pm
Work Placement
A minimum of 40 hours work placement is recommended by the VCAA
Clothing & Equipment
Safety boots required. Appropriate work wear clothing. Other equipment as detailed by RTO during orientation.
Materials Fee
Paid for by Department of Education for Government students. Independent and Catholic students to discuss with your school VET Co-ordinator
Program commencement is subject to enrolment numbers.
Accreditation
Contribution towards VCE: VM
A Certificate II or above VET course is mandatory for students studying VCE-VM. 180 nominal hours or above equals two VET credits.
Contribution towards VPC
Every 90 nominal hours of VET equals one unit of credit.
Contribution towards VCE
Students will be eligible for two or more units at Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.
ATAR Contribution
Students who receive a VCE VET Unit 3-4 sequence will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10% of the lowest study score of the primary four studies.
Scored Assessment: No
National Accreditation
This program is a completion of the certificate over two years.
What will you learn?
The Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation is a nationally recognised, work-ready program designed for students interested in a hands-on career in the automotive, mechanical, or heavy vehicle industries. This pre-employment course develops core practical skills, safety knowledge, and foundational technical understanding relevant to entry-level roles. Students will learn to perform a range of basic tasks and apply known solutions to predictable problems across automotive systems, including exposure to diesel engines. The certificate provides a solid starting point for further study or apprenticeships in areas such as light and heavy vehicles, mobile plant, agricultural machinery, motorcycles, marine systems, and automotive electrical work.