Level 2 Plumbing Course in Redhill. Classes run at Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College, full-time over 34 weeks. This is a focused daytime programme covering the core skills and knowledge plumbers use every day. You'll study health and safety, hot and cold water systems, central heating, sanitation and drainage, and electrical and scientific principles. There is a large proportion of self-study alongside classroom and workshop sessions, so the ability to manage your own time is important.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll learn health and safety practices and industry standards used in plumbing work.
You'll study cold water and hot water systems, including installation and maintenance.
You'll develop knowledge of central heating systems and how they operate.
You'll cover sanitation and drainage, including how to install and maintain these systems.
You'll explore electrical and scientific principles relevant to plumbing.
You'll practise plumbing processes through hands-on workshop sessions.
You'll build skills in working relationships, quality development, and professional practice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in classrooms and practical workshops. Assessment is continuous throughout the programme, giving you the chance to improve as you go. It covers a range of methods including written reports and practical tasks. There is also a significant amount of self-study and research, so you will need to manage your own time effectively alongside timetabled sessions.
What you will need to bring
You will need to wear college uniform at all times, including steel toe-capped boots whenever you are in the workshops. You will need to purchase uniform items such as a polo shirt and trousers, along with personal protective equipment (PPE). It is recommended that you buy the course textbook. There may be additional costs for equipment and educational visits. Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College will give you full details at interview.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate: assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Trainee plumber: entry-level role while working toward full qualification.
Heating engineer assistant: support installation of central heating systems.
Maintenance operative: carry out plumbing repairs in housing or facilities.
Construction labourer (plumbing): site-based support role in new builds.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating: the qualification plumbers typically need to work independently and gain a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 3 Technical Certificate in Plumbing: builds on Level 2 knowledge with more advanced systems and installation work.
Plumbing and Heating Apprenticeship (Level 3): combine work and study to earn while you qualify.
