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Free Level 2 Plumbing Course in Bury

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Plumbing Course in Bury. Classes run full-time at Bury College, daytime, over one year. This is a City and Guilds level 2 plumbing qualification covering both the theory and practical skills behind domestic plumbing systems. You'll study hot and cold water systems, central heating, sanitation, electrical principles, and health and safety. Entry requires 4 GCSEs at grade 9 to 4, including Maths, English Language, and Science, or a pass on the Level 1 Plumbing Course alongside GCSE Maths and English at grade 9 to 4.

Who this course is for

Learners aged 16 - 18

Entry requirements

For Level 2 Plumbing: 4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including Maths, English Language and Science) OR GCSE 9-4 in Maths & English Language and a Pass on the Level 1 Plumbing Course.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand common plumbing principles and how domestic systems work.
  • You'll learn to install and maintain hot and cold water systems.
  • You'll study central heating systems and how to work on them safely.
  • You'll apply electrical principles relevant to domestic plumbing.
  • You'll understand sanitation systems and drainage.
  • You'll work to practical deadlines, developing time management and organisational skills.
  • You'll develop environmental awareness as it applies to plumbing work.
  • You'll follow health and safety procedures throughout all practical sessions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom theory and hands-on practical sessions in the workshop. Assessment includes theory exams and practical assessments. You'll complete practical projects to strict deadlines, which builds both your technical skills and your ability to work under pressure.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to purchase PPE before your practical sessions start. This includes a hi-visibility vest, gloves, safety goggles, and steel toe-capped boots. The vest, gloves, and goggles are available to buy from Bury College at enrolment. Bury College 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. Fit and service central heating systems.
  • Gas engineer. Work on gas appliances and pipework (requires further Gas Safe registration).
  • Drainage specialist. Maintain and repair drainage and sewage systems.
  • Plumbing apprentice. Earn while you train toward a full trade qualification.

What you could study next

A Level 2 plumbing qualification is a strong foundation, but most employers and apprenticeship programmes look for Level 3. You could progress to a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating, which is the qualification linked to a CSCS skilled-worker card for plumbers. From there, you can work toward Gas Safe registration if you want to work on gas systems.

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