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  • Starts 1 September 2025
  • London Road Campus
  • 1 Year
  • Vocational Full Time
  • FLR2PLB(2526)

Each unit will be assessed by end of unit multiple-choice online tests supported with practical assessments throughout the year.

  • How much does it cost?

    You will be expected to provide your own overalls, safety shoes and contribute to the cost of any additional enrichment activities. 

    If you are aged 19 or over, fees for tuition, exams and materials may be payable on enrolment.

  • Who is it for?

    This course is ideal for those who want to work as plumbers or in other related disciplines in the building services engineering sector. The Level 2 qualification is a major step towards becoming a fully qualified plumber. 

  • Entry Requirements

    Internal progression students must have completed a Level 1 Plumbing course.

    New students must have attained a minimum of grade 4 in GCSE Maths, English and Science. 

  • What does the course involve?

    The installation of copper pipe, radiators, cisterns, cylinders and sanitaryware. A combination of practical and theory-based work provides the footing needed to succeed in the plumbing industry. The course also forms part of the plumbing apprenticeship framework which can be used towards the completion of a full plumbing apprenticeship at Level 3. 

    Health & Safety
    Effective Communication
    Common Plumbing Processes
    Site Preparation Techniques
    Cold Water Systems
    Hot Water Systems
    Central Heating Systems
    Drainage Systems
    Basic Electrical Systems
    Plumbing Science

     

    Students will be required to attend Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills Level 2) depending on prior achievements and initial assessments.  

  • Additional Notes

    Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the option to progress to the T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction (T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning For Construction: Surveying and Design for Construction (scg.ac.uk)), or an apprenticeship in plumbing (www.scg.ac.uk/apprenticeships). 

  • Further Information

    Our specialist teaching and fantastic facilities will aid your progression. We also offer our students the opportunity to enter local, national, and international competitions including the UK SkillPlum competition.

  • What do I do next?

    You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk

Plumbing Courses

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  • BPEC Water Regulations

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  • BPEC Unvented Hot Water Systems INITIAL ASSESSMENT

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  • BPEC Unvented Hot Water Systems RE-ASSESSMENT

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  • GAS Core Safety - ACS Re-Assessment CCN1 + 1-3 appliances

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  • Level 2 C&G Diploma in Plumbing Studies (6035-02)

    Starts 9 September 2024

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  • Level 3 BPEC Domestic Gas Foundation Training Course

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  • Level 3 BPEC NG to LPG Changeover - Training*

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  • Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing

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  • Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing

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  • Level 2 Technical Certificate Plumbing

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Where can it take me?

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Elementary construction occupations

Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of general labouring and construction duties to assist building, civil engineering and related trades workers in the performance of their tasks.

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Plumbers and heating and ventilating engineers

Jobholders in this unit group assemble, install, maintain and repair plumbing fixtures, heating and ventilating systems and pipes and pipeline systems in commercial, residential and industrial premises and public buildings.

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