Skills Bootcamp in Green Skills
Professional E-Bike Cycle Maintenance Training and Qualification
Skills Bootcamp in Green Skills
Electric bicycles (e-bikes) are becoming increasingly important in our everyday lives as a key mode of green transportation. As a result, the cycle industry needs more trained and skilled bicycle technicians to service and maintain this growing sector of the bicycle market.
This training programme leads to industry recognised, trade qualifications for someone looking to train as a professional bicycle mechanic for a career within the cycle industry. It delivers the technical skills, experience and qualifications to carry out a wide range of bike servicing tasks on pedal-assist e-bikes.
This Green Skills Bootcamp in Cycle Maintenance is made up of several of the industry-leading Cytech technical courses, combined to create this Skills Bootcamp training programme. It delivers Cytech technical one, technical two and Cytech e-bike over a short block period in our dedicated training workshop in Blackbird Leys, Oxford. Our workshop is designed to cater to individuals of all skill levels and provide hands-on learning experiences with state-of-the-art equipment and tools.
Cytech is the internationally recognised training and accreditation scheme for bicycle technicians.
Course Overview
Starting with the foundation Cytech Level 1 theory and practical course, learners then progress to the Level 2 course, regarded as the industry standard qualification for a professional cycle mechanic, before completing the technical e-bike course.
- Cytech L1 Theory: 1 day, delivered online
- Cytech L1 Practical: 2 days, delivered in Oxford,
- Cytech L2 Practical: 10 days, delivered in Oxford
E-bike Practical: 3 days, delivered in Oxford
Candidates must complete ALL the above 4 courses of the Skills Bootcamp to receive Cytech certification
All the Cytech courses take place in our dedicated training workshop based at the Oxford College Technology Campus, Cuddesdon Way, Blackbird Leys, Oxford, OX4 6HN.
Course dates
- Cytech L1, 20-21 February 2025, 08:30 – 16:30
- Cytech L2, 03-07 and 10-14 March 2025, 08:30 – 16:30
- Cytech E-Bike, 25-27 March 2025, 08:30 – 16:30
Pricing
This Skills Bootcamp is supported by government funding. The cost of training depends on your employment status and industry. See the details below to understand what applies to you:
If You’re Unemployed or Working in a Different Sector
- 100% Funded – There is no cost to you if you’re unemployed or employed in a sector unrelated to the cycling industry.
If You Work in the Cycle Industry (e.g., Sales, Repair, or Manufacture)
Your employer will need to contribute a portion of the course cost. The amount depends on the size of the business:
- Small or Medium-sized Cycle Businesses
- 90% Subsidy – The government covers 90% of the course cost.
- Employer Contribution – Your employer contributes only 10% (£350).
- Larger Cycle Businesses
- 70% Subsidy – The government covers 70% of the course cost.
- Employer Contribution – Your employer contributes 30% (£1,050).
This structure ensures training is accessible to businesses of all sizes, with the cost shared fairly between employers and the government.
Eligibility
You can study this E-Bike maintenance course for free if you meet the following criteria:
- You must be over 19 years of age
- You must have the right to work in the UK.
- You must live in Oxfordshire
- You must demonstrate a genuine interest in working within the cycle industry on completion of the Bootcamp.
Register Your Interest
Register your interest in our Skills Bootcamp in Green Skills today. For more information, you can also contact us at 01865550324.