Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 2 is the most recognised.
Level 2 most recognisedOpen entry
Your route in
You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances
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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 2)
Any of these strengthens your application.
- Level 2 Diploma in Engineering L213 courses
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Where this can take you
People enter assembly/production lines with no qualifications via direct recruitment, with GCSEs (grades 9-4) or a Level 2 engineering/manufacturing apprenticeship helping progression to technician.
Courses for this career
See free Assembly Technician courses
Level 2
- Level 2 Diploma in Engineering L213 courses