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  • Starts 9 May 2025
  • London Road Campus
  • 1 Day
  • Part Time
  • Tuition Fee £210.00
    Tuition fees stated are the annual cost
  • Exam Fee £70.00
    Exam fees stated are the whole cost
  • Materials Fee £25.00
    Materials fees stated are the whole cost
  • PLR3PWR001(2425C)
  • Friday
    08:30 - 15:30
Register my Interest
  • Starts 21 March 2025
  • London Road Campus
  • 1 Day
  • Part Time
  • Tuition Fee £210.00
    Tuition fees stated are the annual cost
  • Exam Fee £70.00
    Exam fees stated are the whole cost
  • Materials Fee £25.00
    Materials fees stated are the whole cost
  • PLR3PWR001(2425B)
  • Friday
    08:30 - 15:30
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  • Starts 17 January 2025
  • London Road Campus
  • 1 Day
  • Part Time
  • Tuition Fee £210.00
    Tuition fees stated are the annual cost
  • Exam Fee £70.00
    Exam fees stated are the whole cost
  • Materials Fee £25.00
    Materials fees stated are the whole cost
  • PLR3PWR001(2425A)
  • Friday
    08:30 - 15:30

There are two knowledge assessments which are open book and multiple choice based upon modules covered in the training manual

Upon successful completion of the assessment candidates will gain the BPEC Water Regulations certificate and Competency Card.

  • Who is it for?

    This course is for anyone requiring an understanding of the Water Supply Water Fittings Regulations 1999. In particular those wishing to become approved plumbers/contractors. They can then issue a completion certificate or undertake installations that require notification but can self-certificate.

  • Entry Requirements

    Trainees will need to have some knowledge of the plumbing and water industry, either in the form of a Level 2 or craft certificate or a number of years in the industry with a letter from an approved employer.

  • What does the course involve?

    A pre-course study pack will be sent out 14 days prior to the course commencing, this is for the applicants to complete before attending the session.

    This will be marked and any applicant who has not completed will be required to carry out additional training before being allowed on the course.

    The course runs over one full day and one evening.

    There is an intense training course which usually runs on a Friday, which covers the following:

    Materials

    Design and installation

    Prevention of Cross Contamination

    Backflow Prevention

    Cold Water

    Hot Water

    WCs, Baths, Basins, Sinks and Showers

    After this, there is an assessment which usually takes place on the Monday evening of the following week.

  • Additional Notes

    Candidates who complete and are awarded with the competency certificate and card, will then meet the eligibility criteria to undertake Hot Water Storage systems

  • What do I do next?

    If you meet the entry requirements for this course, please use the Register my Interest or Enrol button or contact Part-time Admissions on 01743 653333 to organise enrolment. If you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our advice events ring Part-time Admissions on 01743 653333, use our live chat facility, or email courseadvice@scg.ac.uk

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