Free NVQ Level 2 Plumbing and Heating Course in Warrington. Classes run at Warrington and Vale Royal College Warrington Campus, part-time during the day. You must already hold a Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and be working in the building services sector, with a qualified plumber able to sign off your competence. The course runs over 33 weeks and builds on your existing knowledge to confirm your practical skills on the job. It covers plumbing and heating systems across a range of real work tasks.
Who this course is for
This qualification is for candidates that have completed the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Heating and are in employment/self-employed in the Building Services Sector of the Construction Industry. You must have a qualified plumber working with you to sign off your competence. The broad purpose of the qualification is designed to provide individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to work effectively as a plumber.
Entry requirements
You must hold a minimum of Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in installing and maintaining plumbing and heating systems.
You'll apply safe working practices across plumbing tasks.
You'll demonstrate competence in cold water systems, hot water systems, and central heating.
You'll show knowledge of relevant building regulations and industry standards.
You'll evidence your skills through work carried out in your employment or self-employment.
How you will learn
This is a competence-based NVQ, so assessment is based on evidence from your actual work. A qualified plumber in your workplace signs off your competence. Classroom sessions at the college support your knowledge and help you build your portfolio of evidence. You will be observed carrying out plumbing and heating tasks in your workplace, and your assessor will review the evidence you gather over the 33 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Warrington and Vale Royal College Warrington Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. Install and maintain domestic and commercial plumbing systems.
Heating engineer. Service and install central heating and boiler systems.
Gas engineer. Pathway to gas work once further gas qualifications are held.
Maintenance plumber. Plumbing repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities.
Self-employed plumber. Run your own plumbing business with this qualification.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating Engineering. The next step for experienced plumbers moving into more complex work and supervisory roles.
ACS Gas Safety Qualifications. Required if you want to work on gas appliances and installations. Separate from this NVQ but a common next step for plumbers.
Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Domestic Heating. Useful for plumbers working on energy-efficient heating systems.
