Plumbing Level 1 Diploma

You can only apply for one course type on an application.

Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

Applying for T-Levels? T-Levels are full-time courses that allow you to focus on one subject.

Applying for Vocational courses? Our technical and professional vocational courses are full-time programmes focusing on one subject. You can apply for up to two courses in the same application.

We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

Join us for this Level 1 course in Plumbing as we give you the perfect introduction to this diverse career. We'll tell you more about the industry, stress the importance of health and safety, tell you more about plumbing tasks.

During the course you will be given a thorough introduction to the skills and knowledge required within the plumbing trade. Learning will take place in our purpose built plumbing workshop where you will learn the importance of safe working practice. You will build your knowledge and competence in working with copper and plastic piping, learn how to bend and join pipework, and understand the science of plumbing. Maths and English is also an important part of this course. During the course you will cover topics including: * Safe working practices * Bending and joining copper pipe * Steel and plastic pipework * Above ground drainage * Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems * Plumbing science * Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings

Assessments will take place throughout the duration of the course. Practical tasks will make up 60% of the assessment and 40% will be made up of exams. Constructive feedback from your tutor will help you to improve and progress towards recognised industrial standards.

GCSE English Language and maths at grade 3.

On completion of the course you can progress onto the Level 2 Plumbing course or start an apprenticeship in plumbing. With additional training you could then progress into employment as a Plumber, a Heating Engineer, an Air-conditioning and refrigeration systems engineer, or a Site Manager.