Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Witney. Evening classes run at Abingdon & Witney College Witney Campus. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. You'll need English and Maths GCSE at grade 2, or Level 1 Functional Skills in both subjects, to enrol. The course covers practical plumbing skills and prepares you for work in the building services sector. It runs full-time over one week of evening sessions.
Who this course is for
Start your plumbing career with this hands-on Level 1 course - develop practical skills and prepare for employment in the building services sector.
Entry requirements
English & Maths GCSE at grade 2 or Level 1 Functional Skills in both subjects
What you will learn
You'll develop hands-on practical plumbing skills used in the building services sector.
You'll learn how to work safely and follow health and safety procedures on site.
You'll understand the basic principles of plumbing systems and how they work.
You'll practise using plumbing tools and equipment correctly.
You'll learn how to identify and work with common plumbing materials and fittings.
You'll build awareness of the standards and practices expected in the plumbing trade.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on, practical sessions in a classroom and workshop setting. Assessment is based on practical tasks and skills demonstrations. You may also complete written or knowledge-based assessments as part of the City and Guilds Diploma requirements. Your tutor will guide you through each unit during evening classes.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abingdon & Witney College Witney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumbing labourer. Support qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Building services operative. Work on heating, water, and drainage systems.
Maintenance assistant. Help with plumbing repairs in housing or facilities.
Construction site operative. General building work with a plumbing focus.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. The next step toward becoming a qualified plumber, covering more complex systems and installations.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. Required for a CSCS skilled-worker card and recognised by employers as the standard for fully qualified plumbers.
Apprenticeship in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. Earn while you learn and work toward recognised trade qualifications on the job.
