Bicycle Repair Technician (in Dutch)

Are you an adult looking for a new career opportunity or just very passionate about cycling? Then a bicycle maintenance course could be an enriching step in your professional or personal life. Roll up your sleeves in a bike repair shop, work as a self-employed bike repair technician or maintain your friends' and family's bikes in your spare time: the choice is all yours. What can you expect from our bicycle maintenance course?

Why a bicycle maintenance course at CVO Semper?

Your bicycle maintenance course starts with choosing the right school. CVO Semper is known for its high-quality courses; we offer an ideal mix of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. You will be taught by experienced teachers who are ready to share their passion for cycling with you.

When you choose our bicycle maintenance training course, we always provide a personal approach and tailored guidance. In a world where sustainable transport is becoming increasingly important, we will help you on your way to an exciting career as a bicycle mechanic.

What will you learn in the bicycle maintenance course?

Cycling is fashionable again, so good bike repair technicians are in high demand. A bicycle maintenance course at CVO Semper takes you from basic to expert level. The course focuses on practical experience, as you will learn step by step how to correctly carry out the most common repairs such as replacing tyres, adjusting brakes and gears, etc.

Bike maintenance training

In the Bicycle Maintenance course, you will learn the fundamentals of bike maintenance. You will become familiar with adjusting the brakes and gears, learn how to change tyres and much more. We offer you a solid basis for checking the general condition of a bicycle and keeping it in top condition.

How long does the bicycle maintenance course take?

The bicycle maintenance course takes 10 weeks. You have classes on Saturday mornings, from 09:00 to 12:30.

Have you successfully completed all ten classes? Then you will obtain a partial CVO certificate as a bicycle repair technician.

How do you become a bicycle repair technician?

The road to becoming a respected bicycle repair technician begins with a training course in bicycle repair such as the one offered by CVO Semper. After completing your bicycle maintenance course, it is important to practise a lot and gain experience. For example, you can start as an assistant in a bicycle repair shop. Also, always stay abreast of new developments in the sector, so you can always provide your future customers with the best service.

What training do you need to become a bicycle mechanic?

To take the bicycle mechanic course, you do not need any specific prior training. What is important is your interest and perseverance. A good understanding of technique and fine motor skills may come in handy, but you will learn this during your training.

Is bicycle mechanic a shortage occupation?

The profession of bicycle mechanic is a shortage occupation. A shortage occupation is a job for which there are more vacancies in the labour market than qualified candidates to fill them.

There is a growing trend towards more sustainable mobility, which increases the demand for bicycles and thus for bicycle mechanics. A well-trained bicycle mechanic is therefore indispensable in today's labour market.