Free Level 2 Plumbing Course in Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for 34 weeks and covers safety, key plumbing principles, cold and hot water systems, sanitation systems, and sheet lead weatherings. You'll need Grade 4s in Maths and English, or completion of a relevant Level 1 Study Programme. There is an informal interview and assessment before you start. Demand for this free plumbing course is high, so apply early.
Who this course is for
This one year course covers: Safety, Key Plumbing Principles, Cold and Hot Water Systems, Sanitation Systems and Sheet Lead Weatherings. Assessment is by practical assessment and multi-choice phase tests. An interview and trade devised (BPEC) assessment is required. Note some daytime blocks of attendance will be necessary to enable practical assessments to be carried out. Please note there is a high demand for this course.
Entry requirements
Grade 4s in Maths and English or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 Study Programme. You will have an informal interview and assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
What you will learn
You'll apply health and safety practices in plumbing environments.
You'll understand key plumbing principles and how systems work.
You'll work with cold water systems, including installation and maintenance.
You'll work with hot water systems and understand their components.
You'll learn about sanitation systems and how they are installed.
You'll carry out sheet lead weathering techniques.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment is by practical assessment and multiple-choice phase tests. Some daytime blocks of attendance are required specifically to complete the practical assessments. Before the course begins, you'll have an informal interview and a BPEC trade assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem 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. Work toward becoming a fully qualified plumber.
Heating and plumbing installer. Install and maintain heating and water systems.
Maintenance operative. Carry out plumbing repairs in housing or facilities.
Self-employed plumber. Build your own plumbing business after further qualification.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step toward becoming a fully qualified plumber and working toward a JIB-PMES gold card.
Level 3 Award in Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems. A specialist qualification required to work on unvented systems.
Gas Safe registration training. Required if you want to work on gas appliances and pipework.
