Free Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road, full-time during the day. The course runs over one year and covers the core skills and knowledge needed to work in the plumbing and building services industry. You'll work with materials such as copper and steel, and learn to use specialist tools for soldering and bending pipework. No previous plumbing qualifications are required. English and maths sessions run alongside the practical training. A great starting point for a level 1 diploma plumbing qualification.
Who this course is for
This is for learners who wish to gain Plumbing Studies - Diploma Level 1
What you will learn
You'll learn to use specialist tools for soldering and bending pipework.
You'll work with materials including copper and steel pipework.
You'll develop safe working practices in a plumbing context.
You'll build the hand skills needed for precise, accurate plumbing work.
You'll gain knowledge of the building services industry.
You'll develop your English and maths alongside your practical trade skills.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment, working directly with plumbing materials and tools. Classroom-based teaching covers the underpinning knowledge for the trade. Assessment is through practical tasks and knowledge-based activities. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the team can plan your learning at the right level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumbing apprentice: how to become a plumber, starting at Level 2
Plumbing labourer: support work on domestic and commercial sites
Building services operative: entry-level work in heating and pipework
Construction site assistant: general support across trade teams
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the next step toward qualified plumber status and a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths: strengthens your application for apprenticeships and further study.
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combines paid work with structured training toward full trade qualification.
