Cytech courses

The internationally recognised training and accreditation scheme for bicycle technicians

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Cytech courses

The internationally recognised training and accreditation scheme for bicycle technicians

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About Cytech

Cytech delivers training and promotion of technical skills to the cycle trade and enthusiasts worldwide. Developed for the cycle industry over 30 years ago by the Association of Cycle Traders (ACT), Cytech courses have empowered technicians to keep pace with rapid technological advances and evolving customer needs.

The Cytech journey is a comprehensive range of technical courses designed to take even the most inexperienced mechanic and mold them into a master professional cycle technician.

Having built our reputation delivering quality bicycle mechanics training for almost a decade, our courses combine expert tuition from experienced trainers with great facilities and a supportive learning environment. Browse our courses below.

Theory one

Theory one is your first step toward becoming a fully qualified cycle technician. Suitable for all cycle trade employees, Theory one consists of an interactive online distance learning course, providing a strong foundation for candidates to build their career.

The course can be completed in your own time, at home or at work on a laptop, desktop, tablet or smartphone. You have two months to complete the course. Learn more about Theory one.

Course length: Between three - nine hours

Price: £150

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Technical one - practical

Technical one is a practical course that will see candidates able to work safely and efficiently in the workshop environment. Technicians qualified to this level can build new bikes to a high standard.

There are two parts to Cytech Technical one. Both need to be completed to receive the full Technical one qualification:

  • Cytech Theory one
  • Cytech Technical one practical

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Course length: Two days (practical only)

Price: £450

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Technical two

Technical two is the industry standard for professional cycle technicians worldwide. Technicians qualified to this level can build, service and repair most types of bicycle and have a firm understanding of the basic engineering principles under which all bicycle components work. Learn more about Technical two.

Course length: Eight days

Price: £1,500

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Technical three

Coming soon! Technical three represents the pinnacle of technical proficiency. This level can be attained only by experienced cycle technicians with a full understanding of the advanced engineering behind high-end, performance cycles.

Technical three is taught on a modular basis. Technicians who are qualified to this level can install and calibrate top-level electronic groupsets, service complex suspension systems and hydraulic brakes; and build high-performance, lightweight and robust wheelsets which are specific to purpose. Learn more about Technical three.

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Home Mechanic

Coming soon! The Cytech Home Mechanic course is designed to give the enthusiast a good level of mechanical ability covering a comprehensive range of cycle maintenance areas.

This course will give you the confidence to carry out repairs and servicing whilst also learning when a task should be carried out by a more experienced technician. Learn more about Home Mechanic.

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