Plumbing - Level 2

If you want to work in the plumbing industry, and are not already employed by a plumbing company, this course will provide you with a solid foundation to kick-start your career.

This course has a maximum capacity of 40 students and we have already exceeded that number of applications by a considerable amount. We are therefore no longer accepting applications for this course.

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Course Description
During your studies you will learn mainly through practical activities, which are supported by theory sessions. These will build-up your skills until you are ready to undertake the assessment tasks. You will build and test plumbing systems, form and solder using copper tube and work safely throughout.

The course covers the following topics:
- Plumbing principles and processes
- Hot and cold water systems theory
- Pipe bending and joining
- Installation of pipework and sanitary ware
- Maintenance of components
- Health and safety
Entry Requirements
You will need:
- GCSE maths at grade 4 or above
- 3 other GCSEs at grade 3 or above to include English
You will be invited to an information session to help us ensure the course is right for you.
Course Length

How long is this course?

1 year

When does this course start?

01/09/2025

How many hours / days per week is this course?

Full-time courses at CWA are generally 3 - 4 days per week (though you may be in for an extra day if you are resitting English and / or Maths). The college day is typically longer than a day at school and students will need to plan their individual study in their free time (including individual study hours which are recorded at college in the Learning Resource Centre or other study areas). Work experience will be a key component of your course and most students will complete a minimum of 60 hours per academic year (on top of their college hours), depending on the course they are studying. CWA has a dedicated team of work placement co-ordinators to support you with this.

Course Fees

Age	Cost
16-18	Free*
19+	£900

* Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and equipment. These costs will be confirmed to you at enrolment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional costs related to the programme, such as additional equipment and uniform, educational trips and work placement costs. Full details will be sent to applicants before enrolment.

Find all the information you need about course fees and financial help below.

Information on Fees and Financial Help

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

Please note the information on this page was correct at the time of publication but is subject to change due to factors beyond our control.

Additional Information

What qualification will I achieve?

City & Guilds Technical Certificate in Plumbing (Level 2)

Students aged 16 to 18 who do not already have GCSE qualifications in maths and/or English at grades 4 - 9 will take qualifications in English and/or maths as part of their vocational study programme - this is a government requirement.

How is my course assessed?

Progress and achievement is recorded throughout the year via practical assessments, theory assessments, portfolio assessments and external tests