Plumbing - Level 1 Diploma

This course offers the City and Guilds 7202 qualification where you will gain an introduction to plumbing and the basic fundamental practical skills and knowledge required by someone aspiring to be a plumber.

This course covers all the essential basic skills and knowledge you'll need to start working as a plumber, or engineer specialising in heating or ventilation. You will learn the practical training and theory knowledge to give you a good foundation to begin work or continue studying.

Topics covered can include:

• Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems
• Above ground drainage
• Copper pipework
• Plastic pressure pipework
• Low-carbon steel pipework
• Plumbing science
• Structure of the construction industry
• Environmental sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
• Site preparation in the construction industry

You do not need to have any previous qualifications.

You should be looking for work as a plumber; we can assist you in finding placements with employers.

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed on your completed practical tasks, against industry standards. Written assessment will include multiple choice questions, paper-based exams and written assignments.

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

This course will help you to move on to higher level courses including Plumbing - Level 2 or an apprenticeship.