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Do I have to take exams during my continuing education, further training as a car salesperson?
Yes, during your continuing education, further training as a car salesperson, you will take several exams that will prepare you step by step for the Federal Professional Examination (FPE). The training comprises a total of eight modules, after each module there is an exam, the passing of which is confirmed with a certificate or attestation. These module examinations help you to systematically deepen your knowledge and apply it in practice. Once you have successfully completed all eight modules, you will be admitted to the FPE Automotive Sales Consultant course. Each certificate is valid for three years, within this period you must pass the Federal Professional Examination, otherwise the validity expires. The examinations during the continuing education, further training not only ensure your professional competence, but also increase your chances of successfully passing the federal examination. In this way, continuing education, further training as a car salesperson accompanies you step by step to the Federal Diploma of Higher Education.
How long do I need to complete the preparatory course for the Federal Professional Examination for Car Salespersons?
The course to prepare for the Federal Professional Examination for Automotive Sales Consultants with Federal Diploma of Higher Education extends over a period of three semesters.
Can I continue to work alongside my training as a car salesperson?
Continuing education, further training to become a car salesperson (automobile sales consultant with Federal Diploma of Higher Education) is a part-time course that enables you to continue your professional activity, albeit on a reduced basis. Depending on the module, day, week or evening courses are offered.
Is training as a car salesperson recognized?
Yes - continuing education, further training as a car salesperson can be completed with the Federal Diploma of Higher Education, which gives you the title "Automobile Sales Consultant with Federal Diploma of Higher Education". This Federal Diploma of Higher Education is recognized throughout Switzerland. The examination provider is the Swiss Automobile Trade Association (AGVS) together with auto-schweiz.
The training is divided into several modules, the completion of which enables admission to the final examination. Thanks to the federal certificate, you have good chances on the job market throughout Switzerland - the title increases your recognition as a sales specialist in the automotive sector. In addition, the federal government supports preparatory courses for this federal examination with up to 50% of the course costs. Enquire directly with the providers about the course content and actual costs.
Is experience in the automotive industry necessary to start the FPE as a car salesperson?
Without experience in the automotive industry, no candidate will be admitted to the Federal Professional Examination (FPE).Automobile sales consultant. If you have a basic education or an equivalent qualification, you must be able to demonstrate at least two years of experience in automobile sales within Switzerland for continuing education, further training as a car salesperson, at least seven years, four of which must be in Switzerland if you do not have an apprenticeship qualification.
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