Build Your Skills with RAC apprenticeships
S&B Automotive Academy proudly delivers specialist apprenticeship training for the RAC, supporting the next generation of patrol technicians.
These programmes combine hands-on technical skills with the customer-focus and real-world problem solving that the RAC is known for.
You’ll learn everything from diagnostics and roadside repair to safety procedures, service standards and working independently in the field.
your Track to a High-Demand Career
The automotive industry needs more skilled technicians, with a predicted shortage of 165,000 by 2031. That means jobs like these are in high demand amongst employers, and offer real career opportunities.
At the RAC Academy, we give you the skills and hands-on experience employers are looking for. You’ll train in a supportive environment, gain real-world diagnostic experience, and build a career that’s built to last.
Join us and start a rewarding career where your skills are valued and your future is secure.
Join the Rac academy
Launched in October 2021, the RAC Academy leads the way in addressing the UK’s automotive skills shortage. Established to tackle recruitment challenges for patrols, futureproof the RAC against industry-wide skills gaps, and maximise the apprenticeship levy, the Academy is now set for its next phase of growth.
Since its inception, the Academy has expanded across the country, targeting recruitment hotspots and partnering with additional providers. All recruitment is managed by our training providers and the RAC Academy Team, ensuring a robust pipeline of skilled talent.
Looking ahead, the RAC Academy is proud to announce plans to recruit an additional 90 roadside patrol apprentices and 40 SMR (Service, Maintenance & Repair) apprentices in 2026, bringing our total to over 200 by the end of 2026. This expansion will further strengthen our commitment to building a future-ready workforce and supporting the UK’s motoring public.
Ready for the Roadside?
At S&B Automotive Academy, our training is delivered in modern facilities, with expert tutors and RAC-aligned learning pathways to ensure every apprentice is job-ready from day one.
Whether you're starting your career or progressing within the RAC, these apprenticeships provide a clear development route, nationally recognised qualifications, and the confidence to handle breakdowns, repairs, and customer support with professionalism.
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