Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Grantham. Classes run at Grantham College, full-time during the day. Fee remission may be available depending on your circumstances, so fees may not apply to all learners. You'll need to have completed a Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing before starting. The course runs for 36 weeks and covers the skills and knowledge needed to enter the plumbing industry, including water systems, drainage, and leaky pipe repairs. This City and Guilds level 2 diploma plumbing qualification is a solid step toward working as a plumber.
Who this course is for
This qualification is intended for those wanting to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the plumbing industry. - learn how to deal with leaky pipes, water systems and drainage.
Entry requirements
Successful completion of a level 1 diploma in plumbing.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to identify and fix leaky pipes and common plumbing faults.
You'll understand how cold and hot water systems work and how to maintain them.
You'll learn how drainage systems are designed and how to work with them.
You'll develop practical skills in cutting, joining, and fitting pipework.
You'll learn the health and safety rules that apply to plumbing work.
You'll understand the regulations and standards that govern plumbing installations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on, practical sessions in the classroom and workshop at Grantham College. Training focuses on vocational skills rather than purely academic study. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and knowledge-based work tied to the City and Guilds Diploma in Plumbing Studies. Your tutors bring industry experience to the sessions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grantham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate. Support a qualified plumber on domestic and commercial jobs.
Trainee plumber. How to become a plumber starts here, working toward full qualification.
Maintenance operative. General building maintenance including plumbing repairs.
Heating and plumbing installer. Install and service heating systems and pipework.
Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. The next step if you want to qualify as a fully skilled plumber and work independently on domestic heating systems.
NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. An NVQ route that can support your application for a JIB-PMES skilled-worker card, recognised by employers across the industry.
Plumbing Apprenticeship (Level 3). Earn while you learn and gain workplace experience alongside your qualification.
