Are you a hands-on problem solver with good numeracy, literacy skills and the drive to learn how things work? Does tomorrow’s innovation and technology get you excited? If the answer is yes, then you should consider studying automotive courses in Australia.
Automotive courses will set you up for a wide range of careers, from repairs to motor mechanics with any automotive organisation. If you want to learn more, here are a few other reasons you should consider studying Automotive as a vocational course:
A HIGH DEMAND CAREER
According to an article from Human Resources Director Magazine, Australia’s automotive industry has recorded the highest ever labour shortage as businesses across the country had difficulty in recruiting skilled workers.
The automotive industry is one of the biggest contributors to Australia’s economy. Luxury brand cars such as Ford, Toyota, Elfin and more bring in billions of dollars to the Australian economy. It is no wonder that Automotive is among the ‘Top 50 Jobs Most in Demand for Migrants. With such a career in high demand, international students who choose to study automotive will find it easy to get great jobs once they get their certification.
HANDS-ON TRAINING
Imagine learning not from a classroom but inside an automotive workshop. That is how Automotive classes are conducted. Since these courses are more geared towards practical learning, students are put in an environment which is closely related to the work industry.
International students will get the chance to fix and work on some of the luxurious car brands around the world. Here is a glimpse of what an Automotive classroom setting looks like. This hands-on training will make graduates of this course job-ready for the work environment.
ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS
Studying automotive is something that could benefit everyone. What if your car breaks down unexpectedly? Even electric cars need to be serviced every now and then. So why spend money paying someone else to do the job when you can do it by yourself?
International students will also be trained on how to solve problems and understand how things work. You will learn to have good organisational skills, be creative and logical. These are everyday essential life skills that will certainly come in handy, in both the automotive industry and daily life.
WORLDWIDE CAREER OPPORTUNITY OR START YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Lots of opportunities await once you graduate from an Automotive course and get your certification. Taking these courses can lead to various career opportunities hence you will be spoiled for choice when it comes to picking a career.
Some careers that graduates from automotive courses can pursue include;
- Light Vehicle Mechanical Technician
- Automotive Technician
- Automotive Technical Adviser
- Motor Mechanics (General)
- Automotive Light Vehicle Repair Technician
- Performance Vehicle Technician
- Automotive Heavy Vehicle Master Technician
- Automotive Master Technician
- Automotive Mechanical Overhaul Technician
And if you choose not to get your hands dirty, you can also act in an advisory role. Basically, the possibilities are endless and one thing is for sure, you won’t be pigeonholed if you decide to choose this course. You can even start your own business from scratch, by servicing your friends’ cars then building from there. Experienced Motor Mechanics are also very well paid in Australia earning on average $1,400* weekly. (*This information is updated as of 02-05-2022)
If you want to study Automation, take the next step by studying any of the following courses: AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis.
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