Level 2 Plumbing Course in Croydon. Classes run at John Ruskin College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 34 weeks and covers the practical and theoretical knowledge you need to work in plumbing and heating. You'll study health and safety, cold and hot water systems, central heating, sanitation, and electrical and scientific principles. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and Maths, or a Level 1 qualification with English and Maths at the appropriate level.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll apply health and safety practices in building services environments.
You'll understand electrical principles relevant to plumbing systems.
You'll work with cold and hot water systems, including installation and maintenance.
You'll install and maintain central heating systems.
You'll work on sanitation systems and understand how they function.
You'll apply scientific principles to practical plumbing tasks.
You'll develop skills in maintenance, quality development, and working relationships on site.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom and workshop based, with a strong focus on practical work. Assessment is continuous throughout the course, giving you the chance to improve as you go. You'll be assessed through written reports, practical tasks, observations, online assessments, and presentations. Steel toe-capped boots and college uniform are required in the workshops.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to wear college uniform and steel toe-capped boots at all times in the workshops. John Ruskin College will confirm any additional equipment or costs before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate. Assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Trainee plumber. Work toward full qualification and Gas Safe registration.
Heating engineer assistant. Support installation of central heating systems.
Building services operative. Maintenance work across plumbing and heating.
Facilities maintenance worker. Plumbing upkeep in commercial or public buildings.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step toward becoming a fully qualified plumber and working toward a Gas Safe licence.
Level 3 Technical Certificate in Plumbing. Deepens your knowledge of complex systems and prepares you for senior trade roles.
Gas Safe Registration. Required to work legally on gas appliances in the UK, typically pursued after Level 3 study.
