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Level 2 Plumbing Course in Leicester – Leicester College Freemen’s Park Campus

CostAnnual Tuition Fee: GBP2250.00. Material Fee: GBP150.00. Additional costs may apply and concessions may be available. Please click on GO TO COURSE or call 0116 224 2240 or email [email protected] for more information.
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Plumbing Studies Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus, full-time during the day. This plumbing studies course runs for one year, with classes from 8:30am to 4:30pm. You'll cover ten units including cold water systems, central heating, drainage, sanitation, and the scientific and electrical principles behind plumbing. The course is designed for people starting out in plumbing, and it's a strong step toward an apprenticeship or entry-level work in building services engineering. It won't qualify you as a fully qualified plumber, but it gives you the foundation to get there.

Who this course is for

Our plumbing course is part of the Education Programme for Young People (EPYP). It's for school leavers and anyone under 19.

This course is for students interested in plumbing careers in building services engineering. Keep in mind that this qualification won�t make you a fully qualified plumber. It helps you learn and practice skills for jobs or apprenticeships in plumbing.

In this course, if you didn't get a grade 4 or higher, you can retake your GCSES. You can also choose to take Functional Skills in English and maths.

You will also take part in activities that build personal skills like character and confidence. These skills are key for living well and advancing your career. If you're 16 to 19 years old, these activities will fit into your weekly schedule. You will also get work experience or a placement during your studies. Plus, you can join other enrichment activities at the college.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn health and safety practices in building services engineering.
  • You'll study electrical principles relevant to plumbing systems.
  • You'll understand the scientific principles behind domestic and commercial plumbing.
  • You'll practise common plumbing processes and techniques.
  • You'll learn how cold water and domestic hot water systems work.
  • You'll study drainage systems and sanitation.
  • You'll learn how central heating systems are designed and maintained.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus. The course includes work experience or a placement alongside your studies. You'll also have the opportunity to retake GCSEs or take Functional Skills in English and maths if needed. Assessment is through the units set by City and Guilds across the ten areas of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumbing apprentice: a common next step after this qualification
  • Plumber's mate: supporting qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs
  • Building services engineering trainee: working across heating, water, and drainage systems
  • Maintenance operative: carrying out basic plumbing repairs in housing or facilities
  • Construction labourer (plumbing focus): site-based support roles in new builds

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating: the qualification that leads to fully qualified plumber status and a CSCS skilled-worker card.
  • Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3): combines on-the-job training with technical study, leading to recognised trade status.
  • Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Gas Engineering: for those who want to move into gas installation and servicing once they have plumbing foundations in place.
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