Free Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Redditch. Classes run full-time during the day at Heart of Worcestershire College Alliance House. You'll need GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above to enrol. The course runs for one year and covers practical plumbing skills alongside health and safety and industry practices. You'll also have the chance to visit trade shows and local construction sites. This City and Guilds level 2 diploma plumbing qualification gives you a solid grounding in the trade.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for those looking to work in the plumbing industry. Alongside developing a wealth of hands-on, practical, skills you'll gain further knowledge in Health and Safety and industry practices. Throughout this course students will also have the opportunity to visit industry related trade shows and local construction sites.
Entry requirements
GCSE English and maths at Grade 4 or above as well as a desire to work in the industry
What you will learn
You'll develop hands-on practical plumbing skills used in the industry.
You'll learn health and safety practices relevant to plumbing work.
You'll study industry practices and working standards.
You'll gain experience through visits to trade shows and local construction sites.
You'll build knowledge of plumbing systems, components, and installation techniques.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions. The course is delivered full-time during the day over one year. Learning includes visits to trade shows and local construction sites to develop real industry awareness. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work as set out in the City and Guilds Diploma in Plumbing Studies specification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College Alliance House will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. Install and repair domestic and commercial plumbing systems.
Heating engineer. Work on boilers, radiators, and heating systems.
Gas engineer. Pathway into gas work with further qualifications.
Maintenance plumber. Keep plumbing systems running in housing or facilities.
Plumbing labourer or trainee. Entry-level site support while building experience.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step for plumbers working toward a skilled-worker CSCS card and greater site responsibility.
Gas Safe qualifications. Required to work legally on gas appliances in the UK. Typically studied after gaining plumbing experience.
Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. Deepens technical knowledge and opens routes into heating system installation.
