Free Level 1 Plumbing Course in Manchester. Evening plumbing classes run at Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs over 12 weeks, part-time. You'll cover the core skills and knowledge that underpin plumbing work, with hands-on practical training. A level 1 plumbing qualification is a solid starting point if you're looking to move into the trade.
Who this course is for
Discover our range of courses at Hopwood Hall College, with entry requirements, progression and course information.
Entry requirements
Discover our range of courses at Hopwood Hall College, with entry requirements, progression and course information.
What you will learn
You'll learn the basics of plumbing systems and how they work.
You'll identify common plumbing tools and materials.
You'll practise safe working practices in a construction environment.
You'll develop an understanding of water supply and drainage systems.
You'll carry out practical plumbing tasks under supervision.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom and workshop setting. Assessment is based on practical tasks and short written or knowledge-based activities. Your tutor will guide you through each skill and check your progress as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumbing labourer. Support qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Construction operative. General site work with a plumbing focus.
Maintenance assistant. Help with basic plumbing repairs in buildings.
Apprentice plumber. Entry point to a formal plumbing apprenticeship.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. The next step toward becoming a qualified plumber. Covers installation, maintenance, and fault-finding in depth.
Level 2 NVQ in Plumbing and Heating. A work-based qualification that supports progression to a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Plumbing apprenticeship. Combines on-the-job training with college study, leading to a recognised trade qualification.
