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Free Level 2 Plumbing Course in Barnsley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Barnsley. Classes run full-time at Barnsley College Honeywell Campus, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll build the practical skills needed to install, test, and repair hot and cold water systems and heating systems in homes and businesses. This City and Guilds level 2 diploma plumbing qualification requires you to have completed a Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing before you start. You'll have an initial assessment so the college can plan your learning.

Who this course is for

Plumbers fit, service and repair hot and cold water systems, and heating systems in homes and businesses. They also work with gas fires and cookers.

If you want a varied job that makes good use of your practical skills and takes you out and about, this could be perfect for you.

You will need to be good at solving problems, have the ability to follow technical plans, and understand the importance of health and safety. You'll also need good customer care skills. -Installing and testing components of plumbing systems -Commissioning and decommissioning systems -Maintaining the effective operation of systems -Maintaining the safe working environment -Maintaining effective working relationships -Contributing to quality development and improvements of products and services

Please also see the awarding body course specifications at:

http://cdn.cityandguilds.com/ProductDocuments/Building_Services_Industry/Plumbing/6035/6035_Level_2/Centre_documents/6035-02_L2_Diploma_Qualification_handbook_v5-3.pdf On completion of this programme, you may wish to progress to an apprenticeship. No formal qualifications? Or did you just miss out on a GCSE Maths or English C grade? Don't worry, we offer free qualifications in maths and English to those who have no formal qualifications and want to begin to achieve some. These are flexible courses offered on various days and evenings, aimed at people of any age or ability. If you require further IAG please contact the College directly.

Entry requirements

+Successful completion of your Diploma level 1 in Plumbing

What you will learn

  • You'll install and test cold and hot water systems in domestic and commercial properties.
  • You'll work with central heating systems, including pipework and radiators.
  • You'll learn to read and follow technical plans and drawings.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices on site.
  • You'll develop fault-finding and problem-solving skills for plumbing systems.
  • You'll practise customer care skills relevant to working in people's homes and businesses.
  • You'll work with the tools and materials used by professional plumbers.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom-based study at Barnsley College Honeywell Campus. Assessment is through practical tasks, assignments, and written work. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out plumbing installations and repairs to industry standards. Progress is tracked throughout the year, not just at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College Honeywell Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumber. Install and repair water and heating systems in homes and businesses.
  • Heating engineer. Service and maintain boilers and central heating systems.
  • Maintenance operative. General plumbing repairs in housing or commercial settings.
  • Bathroom fitter. Specialise in bathroom installation and refurbishment.
  • Plumbing apprentice. Earn while you continue training toward full qualification.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step toward becoming a fully qualified plumber. Needed for a CSCS skilled-worker card and recognised by employers across the trade.
  • Gas Safe training and ACS assessment. Required if you want to work on gas appliances legally in the UK.
  • Plumbing and Heating Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combine work and study to gain industry experience alongside your qualification.
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