Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. You'll train in purpose-built workshops designed to reflect real working conditions, taught by tutors with direct industry experience. The course covers the core knowledge and practical skills needed to work in the plumbing trade. On completion, you can enter the industry, move into an apprenticeship, or continue to Level 3. Entry requirements are assessed individually.
Who this course is for
16-18 Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll develop core plumbing knowledge including pipework systems and water supply.
You'll learn to install and maintain cold and hot water systems.
You'll study sanitation systems and drainage principles.
You'll practise working with tools and materials used in the plumbing trade.
You'll understand health and safety requirements on site.
You'll apply fault-finding and problem-solving techniques to plumbing systems.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions in the college's purpose-built workshops. Assessment is on an individual basis and will be confirmed at the start of the course. Practical tasks and knowledge assessments are used to measure your progress throughout the diploma plumbing qualification.
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
Plumber. Install and maintain water, heating, and drainage systems.
Heating engineer. Service and install boilers and central heating.
Gas engineer. Work toward gas safety registration after further training.
Maintenance plumber. Keep plumbing systems running in commercial or residential properties.
Self-employed plumber. Take on domestic and commercial work independently.
Apprentice plumber. Combine paid work with structured on-the-job training.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating. The next step for plumbers wanting to take on more complex work and improve earning potential.
Gas Safe Registration (ACS assessment). Required to work legally on gas appliances in the UK. Needs separate gas training after your Level 2 or Level 3.
Plumbing and Heating Apprenticeship. Combines work experience with further qualifications toward a skilled-worker card.
