Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Basford, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, tuition fees may not apply. If you're 19 or over, you may still be eligible for funding. The course runs for one year and covers core plumbing skills including pipe bending, jointing, tap and valve maintenance, rainwater systems, and basin and WC installation. You'll work in a specialist plumbing workshop alongside classroom study. This City and Guilds level 1 diploma plumbing qualification is a solid first step toward further plumbing training.
Who this course is for
This course is perfect if you would like to develop the skills you'll need for a career as a plumber or perhaps related field such as gas or heating engineer.
Entry requirements
You'll need 4 GCSEs at grades 3-1 (D-G), including English Language and maths at grades 3 (D) or above. With this you will be asked to undertake an initial assessment and this must show that you are ready to study English and Maths at Level 2. If your results are lower than this, don't worry, we'll find the right course for you.
What you will learn
You'll practise pipe bending and different types of jointing.
You'll carry out basic maintenance on taps and valves.
You'll work with rainwater systems and learn how to maintain them.
You'll install basins and WCs.
You'll apply health and safety practices in a plumbing context.
You'll develop practical skills through hands-on tasks in a workshop setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop tasks and classroom study. Tutors with industry experience will guide you through plumbing techniques and test your theoretical knowledge alongside your practical skills. The course also includes English and maths as part of a wider Programme of Study, along with personal development and work experience.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Basford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate. Support qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Heating engineer trainee. Assist with boiler and heating system installs.
Gas engineer trainee. Entry-level support role, working toward gas qualifications.
Maintenance operative. General building maintenance including plumbing tasks.
Construction labourer. Site-based work while building trade skills.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. The natural next step, covering more advanced plumbing systems and domestic heating.
Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. Required for qualified plumber status and working toward Gas Safe registration.
Plumbing Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3). Combines paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.
