Level 2 Plumbing Course in Skegness. Classes run full-time at Skegness College. 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. This level 2 plumbing qualification covers the core skills and knowledge you need to work in the plumbing trade. Full-time daytime study means you cover the content in around 10 months.
Who this course is for
School leavers
Entry requirements
https://www.skegnesstec.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll learn how to install and maintain cold water systems
You'll understand how hot water and central heating systems work
You'll learn to work with sanitation and drainage pipework
You'll develop skills in working safely with gas-related plumbing systems at an introductory level
You'll learn to read and interpret plumbing drawings and specifications
You'll understand health and safety regulations relevant to plumbing work
You'll practise jointing, bending, and fixing pipework in a workshop setting
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions at Skegness College. Assessment combines written tests to check your knowledge and practical tasks to demonstrate your skills. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out plumbing tasks to industry standards. The City and Guilds framework sets the assessment criteria for this plumbing certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skegness College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate, supporting qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs
Trainee plumber, starting out in a plumbing business or contractor
Maintenance operative, carrying out basic plumbing repairs in housing or facilities
Construction labourer with plumbing skills, working across building sites
Apprentice plumber, using this qualification as a foundation for an apprenticeship
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating, the qualification plumbers typically need to work independently and gain a CSCS skilled-worker card
Level 3 Award in Domestic Natural Gas, if you want to work toward Gas Safe registration
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3), combining on-the-job training with further qualifications
