Level 1 Plumbing Course in Chesterfield – Chesterfield College
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyBPECT
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Chesterfield College lists a fee of £1,068 if you're not eligible. Contact Chesterfield College for more info.
Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Chesterfield. Classes run full-time at Chesterfield College, five days a week during the day. Funding is available for 16 to 18 year olds. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your circumstances. You will need a grade 3 or above in maths and English to start. Over one year, you will build the practical and technical knowledge that underpins plumbing work, covering core skills used across domestic and commercial settings.
Who this course is for
16-18 Year Old Learners
Entry requirements
Grade 3 in maths and English.
What you will learn
You'll learn how plumbing systems are designed and how water flows through them.
You'll practise cutting, joining, and fitting pipes using hand tools.
You'll study cold water and hot water systems found in homes and buildings.
You'll learn about sanitation systems and how waste pipework is installed.
You'll develop an understanding of health and safety on site.
You'll explore the basic principles of central heating systems.
You'll handle and identify common plumbing materials and components.
How you will learn
You will learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at Chesterfield College. Assessment includes practical tasks, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You will be assessed on your ability to carry out plumbing tasks safely and correctly, as well as your understanding of the theory behind the work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumbing apprentice: start a paid apprenticeship after completing this course.
Plumber's mate: assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Maintenance operative: support building maintenance teams with plumbing tasks.
Construction labourer: work on site with a plumbing specialism to build on.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the next step toward becoming a qualified plumber, covering installation and maintenance of heating and water systems in more depth.
Plumbing Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine paid work with structured training and work toward the qualifications employers look for when hiring plumbers.
