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Free Level 2 Plumbing Course in Brighton – Brighton MET East Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyBPECT
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About this course

Free Level 2 Plumbing Course in Brighton. Classes run full-time during the day at Brighton MET East Campus. To start at Level 2, you'll need a Level 1 Plumbing Foundation or Diploma and two GCSEs at grade 2 or above (or equivalent). The course takes one year and covers practical plumbing skills alongside the underpinning theory. You'll also learn how to promote yourself and win work in domestic, industrial, and commercial plumbing. This level 2 plumbing qualification is a strong foundation for employment or an apprenticeship.

Who this course is for

The growing plumbing industry offers financially rewarding careers. This course will give you the practical skills, confidence and underpinning theoretical knowledge to kick-start your career in the plumbing industry or prepare you for an apprenticeship.

As well as practical skills you will also learn how to promote yourself as a plumber and win jobs and contracts in domestic, industrial and commercial plumbing.

In addition, you will learn about the structure of the construction industry, health and safety and site preparation.

The course includes work experience, enrichment activities and project work to prepare you for a successful career as a professional plumber.

Entry requirements

In order to start this course at Level 2 you must have completed a Level 1 Plumbing Foundation or Diploma and have two GCSEs grade 9 2 (A* F) or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical plumbing skills across domestic, industrial, and commercial settings.
  • You'll learn the theory behind plumbing systems and how they work.
  • You'll study how to install and maintain plumbing components.
  • You'll learn how to find work and win contracts as a plumber.
  • You'll understand health and safety requirements on site.
  • You'll build knowledge of the construction industry and how plumbing fits within it.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based and includes hands-on practical sessions alongside theory. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks and written work. Brighton MET East Campus will confirm the specific assessment methods and any coursework requirements when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brighton MET East Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumber's mate. Assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
  • Trainee plumber. Work toward full plumbing competence on site.
  • Apprentice plumber. Combine work and study through a formal apprenticeship.
  • Maintenance operative. Carry out plumbing repairs in housing or facilities.
  • Construction labourer (plumbing focus). Support plumbing teams on larger projects.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step for plumbers working toward full occupational competence and a CSCS skilled-worker card.
  • Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification.
  • Gas Safe registration training. Required if you want to work on gas appliances legally in the UK.
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