Level 1 Diploma Plumbing Course in Camden. Classes run at College of North West London Euston Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. You'll cover the core knowledge and practical skills that underpin plumbing work, from pipework and systems to health and safety on site. Entry requirements are assessed individually, so you don't need to meet a fixed prior qualification before applying. This is a City and Guilds level 1 diploma plumbing qualification, recognised as a solid first step toward further plumbing training.
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 principles of plumbing systems and how they work
You'll develop practical skills in cutting, jointing, and fitting pipework
You'll study cold and hot water systems and their components
You'll cover health, safety, and welfare requirements on construction sites
You'll learn to use and care for plumbing tools and equipment
You'll understand basic drainage and sanitation systems
You'll apply industry standards and working practices used in plumbing
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and in practical workshop sessions at the Euston Campus. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks and written or knowledge-based assessments. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis before you start, so the centre can plan your learning at the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London Euston Campus 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
Construction site operative: support trades teams across building projects
Maintenance assistant: help with basic plumbing repairs in facilities roles
Apprentice plumber: combine work and study toward a full plumbing qualification
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the natural next step, covering more complex systems and moving you closer to working as a qualified plumber.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the qualification plumbers typically need for a CSCS skilled-worker card and to work independently on site.
Plumbing apprenticeship: combines paid work with structured training at Level 2 or Level 3.
