Level 2 Diploma
Plumbing Studies

Part Time Course code C001747

If you’re looking to enter the plumbing industry or want to enhance your existing skills, this practical year-long course is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge needed for employment and career advancement. This course is ideal for those aiming to become professional plumbers within the building services and engineering sector. Upon successful completion of this course, students will obtain your Level 2 in Plumbing Studies.

Available dates

There are no available sessions for the remainder of this academic year.

  • Duration

    33 weeks

  • Campus

    Barnfield College

  • Fees

    £1,359
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  • Entry Criteria

    Candidates are expected to have a minimum of a D grade at GCSE in English, Maths and Science.

    Applicants will be expected to work towards the NVQ Level 3 as their goal, which is currently the industry standard for qualified plumbers. All applicants will be expected to attend an interview to ascertain suitability for the course. All students will undertake initial assessments before starting the course.

  • What will I study?

    You will study modules and develop skills on the following topics:
    • working safely
    • installing and testing pipe systems and components
    • maintaining pipe systems and components
    • installing bathroom and kitchen plumbing
    • installing heating radiators
    • installing drainage and guttering
    • installing sheet weatherings
    • working with others and customer relations

    As part of the final assessment for the course, students will need to be available for 5 consecutive days (09:00 – 16:30) to complete their full bay assessment. This usually takes place in the final weeks of the course. Students will be booked in advance for their final assessment.

  • Future Prospects

    Once you have successfully completed Level 2 in Plumbing Studies, you could progress to study Level 2 NVQ Plumbing or Level 3 Technical Certificate in Plumbing.

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