Automotive Education Report Edition 13

Welcome to the release of the 13th edition of the Automotive Education Report, an exploration of the latest trends and developments in automotive training and qualifications. This edition uncovers crucial insights that reflect the shifting dynamics of the industry, making it a must-read for professionals and stakeholders looking to stay ahead in the automotive field.

Summary of Q3 key findings

•    22,926 certificates issued, up 55% from last quarter and 2% year-on-year.
•    General vocational qualifications grew by 1%.
•    15% of all automotive certificates are in EV and hybrid qualifications.
•    EV certification dropped by 15%, with a potential skills gap of 22,500 by 2035.
•    England issued 89% of certificates, with declines in Wales.
•    Apprenticeship starts are 6% lower than the previous year but 9% higher than in 2022/23.
•    72% of automotive apprenticeships are advanced, down 6%.
•    32% of automotive apprenticeship starts are aged 29 to 24, a decrease of 5%.