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Free Level 1 Plumbing Course in Gateshead

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Plumbing Course in Gateshead. Classes run full-time at Gateshead College Skills Academy for Construction. This is a one-year plumbing course covering cold and hot water systems, pipe bending and joining, basic maintenance tasks, and environmental awareness. It builds the core knowledge you need to move on to a level 2 plumbing course or secure an apprenticeship. You'll need 2 GCSEs at grade D (3) or above, ideally including maths and English, or an equivalent qualification. No prior experience is required.

Who this course is for

This programme is ideal for those wanting to enter the plumbing industry. You'll have the opportunity to pick up some core skills and knowledge in basic plumbing enabling you to progress onto Level 2 course.

You'll study: -Cold water systems -Hot water systems -Bending and joining various types of metal and plastic piping. -Environmental awareness. -Basic plumbing maintenance tasks.

As well as this you will also receive a weekly tutorial, take part in course enrichments activities and study Maths and English at your appropriate level.

Entry requirements

Qualifications needed

2 GCSEs grade D (3) or above, ideally including maths and English or equivalent.

Required experience

We welcome applicants without prior experience.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with cold water systems, learning how they are installed and maintained.
  • You'll work with hot water systems and understand how they function.
  • You'll bend and join metal and plastic piping using industry techniques.
  • You'll carry out basic plumbing maintenance tasks.
  • You'll develop environmental awareness relevant to building services work.
  • You'll take part in weekly tutorials and enrichment activities to support your studies.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in dedicated construction trade workshops, using industry-standard equipment. Classroom-based teaching supports the practical work, covering the knowledge behind each skill. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work. You'll also take part in weekly tutorials where your progress is reviewed and your learning is supported.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Gateshead College Skills Academy for Construction will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumbing apprentice: work toward becoming a qualified plumber on site.
  • Heating engineer apprentice: install and maintain heating systems.
  • Building services operative: support installation work across construction projects.
  • Maintenance operative: carry out basic plumbing repairs in commercial or residential settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the natural next step after this course, covering more advanced installation and maintenance skills.
  • Plumbing and Domestic Heating Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine paid work with structured training toward a full plumbing qualification.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating: the qualification experienced plumbers need to demonstrate competence at a higher level.
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