How long does a career change to Automobile Specialist FSEA take?

Via the "Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)" route, expect 66–72 months.

What does a career change to Automobile Specialist FSEA cost?

Estimated costs are CHF 100–3'000.

Do I need a regular apprenticeship for Automobile Specialist FSEA?

Not necessarily. With work experience you can earn the qualification via Art. 32 VPETA, saving about 36 months.

How much do you earn as Automobile Specialist FSEA?

The median salary is ~CHF 66'000 per year (approximate).

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Career change

Career change to Automobile Specialist FSEA

You service and repair cars and light commercial vehicles.

You don't need a second youth apprenticeship. With work experience there's a realistic route to the Automobile Specialist FSEA qualification — here are the duration, costs and how your experience is recognised.

Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)

Duration

66–72 months

Costs

CHF 100–3'000

Salary after

~CHF 66'000

✓ Art. 32 VPETA· saves ~36 months

Typically 5+ years of relevant work experience let you sit the final qualification exam directly — without a regular apprenticeship.

How the path works

1
Work experience
60 months
2
Final apprenticeship exam (Art. 32 BBG)
6–12 months · CHF 100–3'000

Salary progression

Entry

~CHF 50'400

Mid

~CHF 66'000

Senior

~CHF 81'600

Approximate values — they vary by region, employer and experience.

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