Level 2 Plumbing Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll study the main plumbing systems, including cold water, domestic hot water, central heating, sanitation, and drainage. The course combines practical workshop sessions with a substantial theory element, covering the principles behind the work and health and safety requirements of the industry. It's a strong alternative if you want to start learning the trade without an apprenticeship place.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll learn how cold water, domestic hot water, and central heating systems work.
You'll develop practical plumbing skills in specialist workshop sessions.
You'll study sanitation and drainage systems used in domestic buildings.
You'll learn the health and safety requirements of the plumbing industry.
You'll understand the theory behind practical tasks, so you can explain why work is done a particular way.
You'll build independent working skills valued by employers in the construction industry.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and in specialist practical workshops at the Eastbourne Campus. The course includes both a theory element and hands-on practical sessions. Assessment covers your understanding of plumbing principles alongside your practical skills. You will need to engage fully with the theory component to complete the qualification successfully.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Eastbourne 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: entry-level site work under supervision.
Heating engineer trainee: support installation of central heating systems.
Maintenance operative: general building services maintenance roles.
Construction labourer (plumbing): support plumbing work on building sites.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating: the qualification plumbers typically need to work independently and gain a skilled-worker CSCS card.
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3): combine work and study with an employer.
Level 3 Technical Certificate in Plumbing: deepen your theoretical knowledge alongside practical Level 3 training.
