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Free Level 1 Plumbing Course in Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Birmingham. Classes run at University College Birmingham, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers the fundamentals of plumbing science, pipework, and heating systems. You'll also study health and safety, sustainable construction methods, and green technology, alongside developing your maths and English skills. Hands-on training takes place in the Centre for Sustainable Construction on campus. This level 1 diploma plumbing qualification is a strong starting point if you're heading toward an apprenticeship or further trade study.

Who this course is for

Plumbing and heating systems are essential parts of any construction project, and skilled plumbers are always in demand, particularly with major building and regeneration schemes happening across the UK today. If you want to become a plumber or heating engineer, our Plumbing Level 1 course provides the perfect starting point for you to gain core skills and knowledge that will enable you to turn this trade into a lifelong career.

Entry requirements

Please refer to the University College Birmingham course page for specific entry requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the fundamentals of plumbing science and how plumbing systems work.
  • You'll work with pipework and plumbing components in a practical setting.
  • You'll study how to install and maintain heating systems.
  • You'll cover health and safety practices in the construction industry.
  • You'll explore modern sustainable construction methods and green technology.
  • You'll develop your maths and English skills alongside your trade skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on training in the Centre for Sustainable Construction, supported by classroom-based teaching. Assessment is carried out through a combination of practical tasks and written work. You'll attend full-time during the day across the academic year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. University College Birmingham 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.
  • Plumbing apprentice: earn while you train toward a full plumbing qualification.
  • Construction labourer: support trades on building and renovation sites.
  • Heating engineer assistant: work alongside engineers on heating system installs.

What you could study next

After this diploma plumbing course, you could progress to a Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating, which takes your skills further and moves you closer to working independently as a plumber. From there, a Level 3 NVQ in Plumbing and Domestic Heating is the qualification that supports a CSCS skilled-worker card and full trade recognition. Many learners also move into an apprenticeship after Level 1, combining work and study.

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