Free Level 3 Plumbing Course in Liverpool – The City of Liverpool College – Vauxhall Road

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Plumbing Course in Liverpool. Classes run full-time during the day at The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road. The course runs for one year and covers the knowledge and practical skills you need to work as a plumber. No previous qualifications are needed. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. This City and Guilds level 3 plumbing qualification is a strong foundation for a career in the trade.

Who this course is for

A course designed to prepare you for your chosen career. • Excellent career starting point in Plumbing.

Entry requirements

No previous qualifications necessary. Dedication and enthusiasm for the subject and a strong commitment to your studies.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how plumbing systems work, including hot and cold water supplies.
  • You'll develop skills in installing and maintaining pipework and fittings.
  • You'll understand how central heating and boiler systems operate.
  • You'll learn to install and test sanitation systems and drainage.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to plumbing work.
  • You'll read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • You'll develop fault-finding skills to diagnose and repair plumbing problems.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions. Assessment includes written tests, practical assessments, and portfolio work that demonstrates your skills and knowledge. You'll work in workshop environments to practise installation and maintenance tasks. The combination of theory and practical work prepares you for real plumbing jobs.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumber. Install and maintain water, heating, and drainage systems.
  • Heating engineer. Service and repair boilers and central heating systems.
  • Gas engineer. Work on gas appliances after gaining further gas qualifications.
  • Maintenance plumber. Keep plumbing systems running in commercial buildings.
  • Self-employed plumber. Run your own plumbing business.
  • Plumbing supervisor. Oversee plumbing teams on construction projects.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. An NVQ qualification that supports applications for a Gold CSCS card and demonstrates competence to employers on site.
  • ACS Gas Safety Qualifications. Required to work legally on gas appliances and register with Gas Safe.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Plumbing Engineering Services Design. A step toward design and surveying roles in the sector.

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