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

This qualification is intended for those wanting to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the plumbing industry.  You will learn how to deal with leaky pipes, water systems and drainage.

Successful completion of a level 1 diploma in plumbing.

Learners will study theoretical aspects of the subject and apply them to practical tasks. Compulsory topics include:

• Health and safety.
• Electrical unit.
• Processes.
• Central heating.
• Drainage.
• Sanitation.
• Cloakroom.
• Cylinder cupboards.
• Bathroom installation and maintenance.
• Water regulations.
• Renewables.

There will also be trips and guest speakers.  

Knowledge tasks, practical tasks and internally marked questions are carried out to gain successful completion of this qualification.

Sixteen / Eighteen

Full Time Further Education courses are free to school leavers and those who are under 19 on 31 August of the year they start their course. Exam resit fees may apply as applicable.

Grantham College reserves the right to offer a substitute course if the qualification advertised is not funded by the government.

Level 2 / Level 3

Students enrolling onto their first full Level 2 or Level 3 course or below who are aged between 19 and 23 may be able to enrol for free. This is a government initiative and the course offer is subject to change. Grantham College reserves the right to offer a substitute course if the qualification advertised is not funded by the government. This does not affect your rights under Consumer Law.

Low Income / Unemployed Seeking Work

Students that are unemployed and currently seeking work, or on a low income of up to £25,750 per annum may be able to enrol to a course at Level 2 or below free of charge. This is a government initiative and the course offer is subject to change. Grantham College reserves the right to offer a substitute course if the qualification advertised is not funded by the government. This does not affect your rights under Consumer Law.

* Courses listed as free under the course details are free (material costs may apply as shown in the additional information section).

In order to be able to study on this course you will need to purchase a kit which includes the essential range of equipment for you to start the course. A construction site uniform is also available to order and is mandatory. Both kit and uniform should be ordered in advance of starting the course. You will also need to wear steel toe capped boots when entering all areas within the construction site.

On successful completion learners would be recognised by the industry as a ‘competent plumber’. This could lead to the following employment opportunities :

• Plumbing and heating engineer.

• Domestic heating installer.