Level 3 Plumbing Course in Ashford. Classes run at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road), full-time during the day. If you're under 18, this plumbing course is free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college for details. The course runs for 44 weeks and covers advanced plumbing systems, cold and hot water design, central heating, and environmental technology. You'll build on Level 2 knowledge and develop the technical skills needed to work on complex domestic systems.
Who this course is for
Develop the skills needed to begin a career within in domestic plumbing.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and design cold water systems for domestic properties, including pipework layouts and pressure requirements.
You'll develop skills in hot water system design, covering different system types and safety standards.
You'll study domestic central heating systems, including components, planning, and design.
You'll explore environmental technology systems, including renewable heating and energy-efficient solutions.
You'll understand health and safety regulations for working on-site with tools, materials, and plumbing systems.
You'll practise professional working methods, including task planning and completing work to industry standards.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions. The course is delivered full-time during the day, giving you regular contact time to develop both technical knowledge and practical skills. Assessment is through a combination of written work and practical tasks that reflect real domestic plumbing work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road) will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. Install and maintain domestic water and heating systems.
Heating engineer. Service and repair central heating systems.
Gas engineer. Work toward gas-safe domestic installations (further qualifications required).
Plumbing and heating technician. Specialist work on complex domestic systems.
Maintenance operative. Plumbing maintenance in residential or commercial properties.
What you could study next
Gas Safe ACS Qualifications. Required to work legally on gas appliances in the UK. A natural next step after this plumbing qualification.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. Needed for a CSCS skilled-worker card and recognised by employers as the industry standard for qualified plumbers.
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines work-based training with further study.
