Plumbing - Level 2

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

You will need:

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above which must include English and maths

You will be invited to an interview to help us ensure the course is right for you.

How long is this course?

1 year

When does this course start?

04/09/2023

How many hours / days per week is this course?

Full-time courses at the college are generally 3-4 days per week (you may be in an extra day if you are resitting English and/or Maths). All students are expected to complete study hours in the Learning Resource Centre and at least 30 hours work experience on top of their college hours.

Age	Cost
16-18	Free*
19+	£900

* Certain courses may have additional costs to cover trips or DBS checks, and for some courses you will be expected to purchase additional items such as uniform or equipment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional fees related to the programme, such as additional equipment or uniform, trips, DBS checks and work placement costs. Further information will be sent to all 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.

Complete our fee calculator

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.

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