Plumbing and Heating
We offer plumbing courses for people wishing to gain basic knowledge for their own benefit, those wishing to enter the plumbing industry and for qualified plumbers to gain further plumbing qualifications.
The courses aim to provide learners with the practical skills, knowledge and experience which they need to be effective in the Plumbing Industry.
Content
Core in Construction and Building Services Engineering
As part of the Level 3 apprenticeship in Plumbing and Heating, you will need to complete the Level 2 Core in Construction and Building Services Engineering qualification unless you have a recognised equivalent qualification.
The Level 2 Core in Construction and Building Services Engineering provides a thorough introduction to construction. It is for people who work in, or plan o work in these sectors.
The core units of the qualification cover six mandatory subjects including career and employability skills, health and safety and an introduction to the construction and built environment sectors and trades.
We will tailor your learning programme to suit your needs, so that everyone's experience is unique. While needs differ, the recommended time to complete this programme is 15 months.
Upon completion of the Core qualification, you will be able to go on to study for your Level 3 qualification in Plumbing and Heating as part of your apprenticeship.
Level 3 Plumbing and Heating Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is made to give you the knowledge and practical skills necessary to do the tasks for plumbing work in commercial, industrial and residential buildings.
The key topics for the units include planning, selection, installation, commissioning, service and maintenance techniques for cold water, hot water, central heating and above ground drainage systems.
The Level 3 Apprenticeship should take you around 4 years to complete, including time spent on achieving the Level 2 Core qualification.
After successfully completing a Plumbing and Heating apprenticeship, you will be able to advance to an appropriate Higher Level Apprenticeship or progress in your career by receiving additional training for positions like site manager or workshop supervisor. Many plumbers start their own businesses and employ staff.