Free Level 1 Plumbing Studies Course in Lambeth. Classes run at London South Bank Technical College. Daytime sessions run part-time over 18 weeks, so you can fit your studies around other commitments. This plumbing studies course gives you hands-on practical training in core plumbing skills and techniques, covering a range of materials and methods alongside the technical knowledge you'll need to progress. You'll need Entry Level 3 English and maths, or you can take an initial assessment to confirm the right starting point.
Who this course is for
If you want a career as a domestic or industrial plumber, heating engineer, drainage specialist, or maintenance engineer, or if you have ambitions of one day being self-employed with your own business, then the part-time Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Studies is a fantastic place to start.This course will provide you with hands-on practical training in a number of essential skills and techniques, and introduce you to a variety of methods and materials, as well as developing your technical knowledge of plumbing.You will be taught to use a variety of hand tools and equipment, learn about different joints and plumbing systems, and how to work with both copper and plastic piping. As well as increasing your practical skills in plumbing operations, you will also develop your knowledge of electrical and scientific principles for plumbing and service engineering, giving you a great platform to start your career, or progress to further training.Note - Safety boots are requiredAll 16-18 years old who do not have min GCSE grade 4 or Level 2 Functional skills in both English and maths will be required to study English and maths alongside their vocational qualification. Additionally you will be required to complete min 45 hours of work experience.
Entry requirements
Functional skillsEntry Level 3 English and maths qualifications or initial assessment in English and maths.
What you will learn
You'll develop hands-on practical skills in core plumbing techniques.
You'll learn to work with a variety of plumbing materials and systems.
You'll build technical knowledge of domestic and industrial plumbing principles.
You'll be introduced to drainage systems and how they work.
You'll gain an understanding of heating systems and their components.
You'll learn safe working practices relevant to plumbing environments.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom-based and practical. You'll take part in hands-on training sessions at London South Bank Technical College, working with real plumbing materials and equipment. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written or knowledge-based activities, in line with the City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South Bank Technical 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.
Maintenance operative: carry out basic plumbing repairs in housing or facilities.
Drainage operative: work on drainage installation and maintenance.
Heating engineer assistant: support heating system installation and servicing.
Building services operative: general plumbing and services work on construction sites.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the next step toward qualifying as a plumber, covering more advanced installation and system work.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the qualification that leads to a JIB-PMES skilled-worker card and is recognised by employers for fully qualified plumber roles.
Gas Safe registration training: required if you want to work on gas appliances and heating systems legally in the UK.
