Free Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Manchester. Classes run at Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus, full-time during the day. No formal qualifications are required to start. This is a hands-on introduction to plumbing, covering the core skills and knowledge you need to work in the trade. The course takes one year to complete. It leads to the City and Guilds Diploma in Plumbing Studies, a recognised diploma plumbing qualification that opens the door to further training and entry-level work.
Who this course is for
Discover our range of courses at Hopwood Hall College, with entry requirements, progression and course information.
Entry requirements
No formal qualifications required.
What you will learn
You'll learn the principles of plumbing systems and how they work.
You'll develop practical skills in pipework, jointing, and installation techniques.
You'll study health and safety practices relevant to plumbing work.
You'll learn to use and maintain plumbing tools and equipment correctly.
You'll understand the properties of materials used in plumbing systems.
You'll explore cold and hot water systems and their components.
You'll gain an introduction to drainage and sanitation systems.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom study. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate your skills, as well as written or online tests to check your knowledge. Classes are delivered full-time during the day at the college's Middleton Campus, using industry-standard facilities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate: assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Maintenance operative: support building maintenance teams with plumbing tasks.
Construction labourer: entry-level site work with a plumbing focus.
Apprentice plumber: combine on-the-job training with further study.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the natural next step, building on Level 1 skills and moving toward qualified plumber status.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the qualification plumbers need to work independently and gain industry recognition.
Plumbing apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training toward a full plumbing qualification.
