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Free NVQ Level 2 Plumbing and Heating Course in Halifax

CostFREE
Duration360 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free NVQ Level 2 Plumbing and Heating Course in Halifax. Classes run full-time during the day at Francis St Calderdale College. This City and Guilds level 2 nvq plumbing and heating qualification covers the core skills and knowledge plumbers use on the job every day. The course runs for 360 hours in total.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to install and maintain cold water systems
  • You'll learn how to install and maintain hot water systems
  • You'll learn how to work with central heating systems and components
  • You'll learn how to install sanitation systems and above-ground drainage
  • You'll develop safe working practices and site health and safety skills
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
  • You'll understand the properties and uses of plumbing materials and fittings

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical workshops and classroom sessions at the college. Assessment for the City and Guilds NVQ Diploma combines observed practical tasks, knowledge tests, and a portfolio of evidence showing your competence across the units. You'll be assessed on real plumbing tasks as you work through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College 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: carry out supervised installation and maintenance work
  • Heating engineer trainee: support installation of boilers and heating systems
  • Maintenance operative: plumbing repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities
  • Construction labourer (plumbing): site support role while building further skills

What you could study next

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating is a strong step toward the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating, which is the qualification plumbers typically need to work independently and apply for a CSCS skilled-worker card. You could also work toward Gas Safe registration by completing ACS gas assessments, which are required to work legally on gas appliances.

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