Cost�2000.00 A range of specified PPE and a basic plumbing tool set will be required for this course and will cost approximately �115.The PPE required will consist of safety boots, work trousers, navy/black polo shirt, gloves, hi-vis vest and safety glasses.
Level 2 Plumbing Course in Hastings. Classes run full-time at East Sussex College Group Hastings, with daytime attendance over one year. To join, you'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, including English and maths at grade 4, or completion of a Level 1 plumbing course. You'll cover cold and hot water systems, sanitation, central heating, and drainage, with training in a purpose-built plumbing workshop. Assessment is split equally between practical tasks and exams.
Who this course is for
If you are working towards a career as a plumber, then this Level 2 course will help you take your skills to the next level. You will learn more about carrying out domestic plumbing, including cold and hot water systems and sanitation.
Entry requirements
Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English and maths at grade 4.
What you will learn
You'll understand cold water systems and how they are installed and maintained.
You'll learn how domestic hot water systems work.
You'll study sanitation systems and their installation.
You'll explore central heating systems and how to install them.
You'll learn how drainage systems are designed and function.
You'll apply scientific principles relevant to domestic, industrial, and commercial plumbing.
You'll practise health and safety procedures used on plumbing jobs.
You'll develop your maths and English skills alongside your trade training.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom theory. The course is assessed throughout the year. Practical tasks make up 50% of your assessment, covering hands-on installation and maintenance work in the college's plumbing workshop. The other 50% comes from written exams. Your tutor will give you feedback as you progress. You'll also have the opportunity to complete work experience placements.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to buy your own PPE and a basic plumbing tool set before the course starts. The PPE required includes safety boots, work trousers, a navy or black polo shirt, gloves, a hi-vis vest, and safety glasses. The tool set and PPE cost approximately £115 in total. East Sussex College Group Hastings will confirm the full list of required items before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. Install and repair domestic water and heating systems.
Domestic heating engineer. Service and install boilers and central heating.
Commercial plumbing and heating engineer. Work on larger commercial properties.
Plumbing and heating maintenance engineer. Keep systems running in residential or commercial buildings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Plumbing Course. The natural next step after this qualification, covering more advanced installation and system design.
Plumbing Apprenticeship. Combine paid work with further training toward a skilled-worker qualification. An apprenticeship at Level 3 is a common route into full employment as a plumber.
