About Us:
Automotive Academy was established out of a direct need for mechanics in our Auto Super Shoppe workshops.
At the Auto Super Shoppe Conference in June 2016 attended by over 50 members, the group was asked in a show of hands who would take on an apprentice in the near future. Only a few hands went up.
Apply now! Click on the button below to register your interest.
Why train with us?
The Academy's 12 week course was designed by industry-leading professionals who asked workshops what skills they want an apprentice to bring to their workshop.
Since 2017, Auto Super Shoppes Academy has ensured its students receives job opportunities as a result of completing their course. We teach strong work ethic, give hands-on scenarios, and prepare you to enter the workforce right away.
Enjoy working as a mechanic
Marama Thomspon used to work in retail, but always dreamed of being a mechanic. After successfully graduating from the Auto Super Shoppes Academy in 2020, Marama has worked hard and applied the valuable skills she learned during the course.
She is now making a career for herself in the automotive industry working at Auto Super Shoppes Eurotech in Hamilton.
Watch the video below to see how Marama, winner of the 2022 Capricorn 'Rising Stars', and 2022 Auto Super Shoppes 'Apprentice of the year' awards, has a bright future ahead of her.
Our major sponsors
The Auto Super Shoppes Academy is proudly supported by Bapcor New Zealand, strong supporters of the automotive trade across the country.
Why train with us?
The Academy's 12 week course was designed by industry-leading professionals who asked workshops what skills they want an apprentice to bring to their workshop.
Since 2017, Auto Super Shoppes Academy has ensured its students receives job opportunities as a result of completing their course. We teach strong work ethic, give hands-on scenarios, and prepare you to enter the workforce right away.
What are the costs?
The course itself is $9,450. We have finance options available with a 20% deposit required, please contact us to see if you are eligible.
You will also need:
- Heavy duty black pants/shorts
- Safety Boots
- Laptop or Chrome Book
The Application Process
You will need to complete an application form for us to review.
Selected applicants will then be invited to the Academy for an interview to see if the course is the right fit and, if successful, the week prior to your course we will hold an induction to fit you out with our Academy uniform and get you prepared!
Testimonials
"My time at the Auto Super Shoppes academy was very good. The tutor was an amazing teacher. I’ve learnt a lot from him, his teaching skills are spot on. He explains things very clearly. He doesn’t only teach automotive; he teaches life in general on how to be a better person and have that persona of being a real man and I will carry on the knowledge and personality he has in the industry and keep striving to be as good as him. A lot of laughs and joy in the workshop and class while learning and being productive. I went to the academy knowing nothing at all about cars, only played car video games, but I feel like I’ve come a long way for only 12 weeks"
Jason Phillip
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