Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Level 2 Plumbing Course in Hackney – New City College Hackney Campus – Part-time

Cost£1,359.00
Duration43 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
Apply now →

About this course

Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 43 weeks, giving you time to balance study with other commitments. You'll cover the core skills and knowledge needed to work in plumbing, from pipework and drainage to hot and cold water systems. This level 2 diploma plumbing qualification is awarded by City and Guilds, a name employers in the trades recognise.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to install and maintain cold water systems
  • You'll learn how to work with hot water and heating systems
  • You'll learn how to install sanitation and drainage systems
  • You'll learn how to work safely with pipework and fittings
  • You'll learn the health and safety rules that apply on plumbing jobs
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret plumbing drawings and specifications
  • You'll learn how to test and commission plumbing installations

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop training at New City College Hackney Campus. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate plumbing skills, as well as written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. Your progress is assessed throughout the course, not just at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plumber. How to become a plumber: this diploma is your starting point
  • Plumbing apprentice. Work and earn while developing your skills further
  • Heating engineer. Install and service central heating systems
  • Gas engineer. Requires further Gas Safe registration training after this
  • Maintenance operative. Plumbing work in housing or facilities management
  • Self-employed plumber. Work for yourself once qualified and experienced

What you could study next

After completing this level 2 diploma plumbing course, you could move on to a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating, which is the qualification plumbers typically need for a CSCS skilled-worker card and to work independently on more complex installations. You could also pursue ACS Gas Safe registration training to work on gas appliances. Some learners go on to a plumbing apprenticeship to combine work experience with further qualifications.

Apply on ncclondon.ac.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at New City College Hackney Campus

More courses near you