Free Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in St Albans. Classes run at Oaklands College St Albans Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for 36 weeks and covers core plumbing skills including copper and plastic pipework, drainage, and safe working practices. You'll also study the structure of the construction industry and environmental measures in domestic buildings. You'll be expected to seek employment in the industry alongside your studies to build hands-on experience. This City and Guilds level 1 diploma plumbing qualification is the starting point for progressing to Level 2 and Level 3 plumbing training.
Who this course is for
This qualification is for those wanting to enter the Plumbing or Electrical industry. It gives you the opportunity to pick up some core skills and knowledge and gives you the opportunity to progress onto either our Level 2 & 3 Plumbing or Electrical Installation qualifications.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 - 1 or successful completion of an Entry Level programme.
What you will learn
You'll learn the structure of the construction industry and how it operates.
You'll practise fundamental safe working practices on site and in the workshop.
You'll study environmental and sustainability measures used in domestic dwellings.
You'll learn how to prepare a site for construction and plumbing work.
You'll install and work with copper pipework, plastic pressure pipework, and low carbon steel pipework.
You'll learn about above ground drainage systems.
You'll develop skills in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems.
How you will learn
You'll be assessed through a mix of written exams, online exams, practical portfolio work, and in-class assignments. Teaching takes place in a classroom and workshop setting at the St Albans Campus. The team delivering the course has backgrounds across domestic, commercial, and industrial plumbing installations.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oaklands College St Albans Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumbing apprentice: entry-level role while training toward full qualification.
Construction site labourer: general site work using safe working knowledge.
Plumbing maintenance operative: assisting with repairs and maintenance tasks.
Building services assistant: supporting installation teams in domestic or commercial settings.
What you could study next
City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Plumbing Studies: the direct next step, building on the skills and knowledge from Level 1.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating: the qualification plumbers need to work independently and gain a recognised industry card.
Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification: an alternative route if you want to move into electrical work instead.
