Level 1 Plumbing Course in Brent – College of North West London – Part-time

Cost£1,080.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, part-time during the day. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis, so you don't need to meet a fixed entry level to apply. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers the core knowledge and practical skills you need to start working in the plumbing trade. You'll train in purpose-built workshops designed to reflect real working conditions, taught by tutors with industry experience. A City and Guilds level 1 diploma plumbing qualification, this is the starting point for progressing to Level 2 and beyond.

Who this course is for

Adults Only

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the basic principles of plumbing systems and how they work.
  • You'll develop practical skills in pipework, fittings, and installation techniques.
  • You'll understand health and safety requirements on plumbing jobs.
  • You'll learn to use and maintain plumbing tools and equipment correctly.
  • You'll gain knowledge of cold and hot water systems.
  • You'll explore drainage and sanitation systems at an introductory level.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and hands-on practical work in the college's purpose-built workshops. Assessment is carried out through practical tasks and written work over the course of the 35 weeks. Your tutor will assess your progress throughout, and entry requirements are reviewed on an individual basis before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumbing labourer: assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs
  • Plumbing apprentice: how to become a plumber through an apprenticeship route
  • Maintenance operative: carry out basic plumbing repairs in housing or facilities
  • Construction trades assistant: support plumbing and heating engineers on site

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies: the next step toward working independently in the trade. College of North West London offers this course for adults on a part-time basis.
  • Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Plumbing: builds on Level 2 skills and opens the door to more complex installation and maintenance work.
  • Plumbing Apprenticeship: combines paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.

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