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Plumbing Studies (Level 2 City & Guilds Diploma) — Full-time

Course outline

This course is perfect if you have a genuine interest in learning about the technology and practices involved in plumbing and are looking to pursue a career as a plumber or in a related trade.

You’ll learn the practical as well as theoretical aspects of plumbing, covering areas such as:

  • Health and safety
  • Electrics
  • Domestic hot water and heating systems
  • Cold water systems
  • Sanitation systems
  • Central heating
  • Drainage systems

You’ll learn about how plumbing sits alongside the various other trades that make up the construction sector.

You can expect specialist plumbing workshop spaces, access to mainstream systems like piping and heating/ hot water systems, and learning how to install various household appliances like radiators, sinks, taps and sanitary systems. You’ll learn all this from expert tutors who’ve spent plenty of time in industry as professional plumbers.

How to apply for this course

Apply online to start in 2024/25.

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Location Date
664 Nuthall Road
Basford
Nottingham
NG8 6AQ

Start: Monday 2nd September 2024

Course code: C000162 / Q000979

Qualification

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies

Duration

1 year

Level Level 2
Entry requirements

You will need a full Level 1 Plumbing qualification, English and Maths at grade 4 and the successful completion of a progression assessment.

Teaching & assessment

Assessment is continuous throughout the course.

Progression

Choose to follow with an apprenticeship in plumbing or full-time permanent employment.

Additional information

Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees.

If you are aged 19 or over you may still be eligible for funding. Check out our Financial Help pages to find out more!

If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information.