Level 2 Plumbing Course in Scarborough

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 Scarborough. Classes run full-time at Scarborough TEC. This level 2 plumbing qualification is aimed at school leavers starting out in the trade. It may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college to confirm. The course runs over roughly 10 months of daytime plumbing classes, covering the core skills and knowledge you need to work in the industry.

Who this course is for

School leavers

Entry requirements

https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to install and maintain cold water systems.
  • You'll understand hot water systems and how they work.
  • You'll learn the principles of central heating systems.
  • You'll develop knowledge of sanitation and drainage systems.
  • You'll understand health and safety requirements on site.
  • You'll learn to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • You'll practise using hand tools and equipment correctly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions at Scarborough TEC. Assessment includes written tests and practical tasks that check your skills against the requirements of the City and Guilds Technical Certificate in Plumbing. 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. Scarborough TEC will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumber's mate. Support qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
  • Trainee plumber. Work toward becoming a fully qualified plumber.
  • Heating engineer assistant. Help install and service heating systems.
  • Maintenance operative. Carry out plumbing repairs in housing or facilities.
  • Apprentice plumber. Combine work and study to gain full trade status.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step toward becoming a qualified plumber. A Level 3 NVQ is required for a CSCS skilled-worker card and is recognised by employers as the standard trade qualification.
  • Plumbing Apprenticeship (Level 3). Earn while you learn and build toward full qualification on the job.
  • Gas Safe training. Once qualified, you can work toward Gas Safe registration to work on gas appliances.

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