Level 2 Plumbing Course in Grimsby – Grimsby Institute

CostFREE
Duration298 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Plumbing Course in Grimsby. Classes run full-time at Grimsby Institute, five days a week during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college to confirm. You'll cover the core skills and knowledge that plumbing work demands, from pipework and drainage to hot and cold water systems. The course runs for around 10 months.

Who this course is for

School leavers

Entry requirements

https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/construction/

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to install and maintain hot and cold water systems.
  • You'll develop skills in pipework, jointing, and bending techniques.
  • You'll study drainage systems and how they are installed and tested.
  • You'll gain knowledge of plumbing regulations and safe working practices.
  • You'll learn to use and care for plumbing tools and equipment correctly.
  • You'll understand how central heating systems work and how they are fitted.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in workshops alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment for the City and Guilds Technical Certificate includes written tests and practical tasks that check your skills against industry standards. You'll be assessed on both your technical knowledge and your ability to carry out plumbing tasks to the required standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute 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 qualification on site.
  • Maintenance operative: carry out plumbing repairs in housing or facilities.
  • Apprentice plumber: combine work and study toward a full plumbing apprenticeship.
  • Construction operative: support plumbing and pipework on building sites.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating: the qualification plumbers need to work independently and apply for a Skilled Worker CSCS card.
  • Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3): combines on-the-job training with technical study.
  • Gas Safe registration training: required if you want to work on gas appliances and boilers.