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Level 1 Plumbing Course in Croydon

Cost£100.00
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Plumbing Course in Croydon. Classes run at John Ruskin College, full-time over 34 weeks. You'll cover health and safety, basic pipe bending, soldering skills, and how the plumbing industry is structured. Teaching combines practical workshop sessions with theory. The entry requirement is four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and Maths, though the college considers applications on a case-by-case basis.

Who this course is for

16 or 16+

What you will learn

  • You'll learn health and safety practices in the plumbing industry.
  • You'll understand the structure and organisation of the plumbing trade.
  • You'll practise basic pipe bending techniques.
  • You'll develop soldering skills used in plumbing installations.
  • You'll work as part of a team in a fully equipped workshop.

How you will learn

Learning is a mix of practical workshop sessions and theory. Assessment is continuous throughout the course, so you can improve as you go. It takes a range of forms: written work such as leaflets, essays and reports; class tests; presentations; discussion seminars; practical projects; and direct observation of your practical skills.

What you will need to bring

All students must wear college uniform. Steel toe-capped boots are required at all times in the workshops. John Ruskin College will confirm any additional equipment costs before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumbing apprentice: entry-level role while you train on the job.
  • Construction labourer: general site work supporting trade operatives.
  • Plumbing trainee: workshop or yard-based support for qualified plumbers.
  • Maintenance assistant: basic plumbing tasks in facilities or housing.

What you could study next

The natural next step is a Level 2 Plumbing Diploma or NVQ, which takes your skills further and is recognised for skilled trade work. From there, a plumbing apprenticeship combines paid work with further study toward full qualification. A Level 3 NVQ in Plumbing and Heating is the standard route for qualified plumber status.

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