Level 1 Plumbing Course in Skegness

CostFREE
Duration298 days
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Skegness. Classes run at Skegness College, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. Contact the college to confirm. This City and Guilds diploma plumbing qualification covers the fundamentals of plumbing systems, tools, and safe working practices. The course runs over approximately 10 months. It gives you a grounding in the trade before you move on to Level 2 study or an apprenticeship.

Who this course is for

School leavers

Entry requirements

https://www.skegnesstec.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll identify common plumbing tools and use them safely.
  • You'll learn how hot and cold water systems work.
  • You'll understand basic pipework and how to join and cut pipe.
  • You'll follow health and safety rules on site.
  • You'll learn how drainage and waste systems are laid out.
  • You'll understand the role of a plumber in the construction industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshops at Skegness College. Assessment includes written tasks and practical assignments that test your skills and knowledge. You'll be assessed against City and Guilds standards throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Skegness College 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.
  • Plumbing apprentice. Earn while you train toward a full plumbing qualification.
  • Construction labourer. General site work with a plumbing background.
  • Maintenance operative. Basic plumbing repairs in housing or facilities roles.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. The next step toward becoming a qualified plumber. Most employers and apprenticeship programmes expect Level 2 as a minimum.
  • Level 2 Plumbing Apprenticeship. Combine work and study to gain recognised on-the-job experience alongside your qualification.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The qualification plumbers need to work independently on domestic installations.

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