Plumbing Diploma
Are you a school-leaver or an adult looking to learn a trade and become a qualified plumber? This one year, Level 2 qualification does not make you a fully qualified plumber, however it allows you to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the plumbing sector. For 16-18 year olds who have not passed their GCSE maths and English and hold a Grade 3, you will be able to re-take your exams.
You will learn about the key plumbing principles, above ground drainage and how to plumb in hot and cold water systems. Study key areas such as health and safety in building services engineering, electrical principles and processes for building services engineering, scientific principles for domestic, industrial, and commercial plumbing, common plumbing processes, cold water systems, domestic hot water systems, drainage systems, sanitation, and central heating systems.
You will need to demonstrate motivation and a keen interest in the plumbing and building services engineering industry. For 16-18 year olds a Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing is a requirement and GCSE Maths and English Grade 3 or above in each subject or equivalent. For Adult learners Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English is a requirement. Some relevant industry experience is desirable. An interview and an assessment at the college may also give you entry to the course. If you have relevant industry experience an interview will be needed as you may be able to join the course based upon this.
After successfully completing this course, advance and progress to a Level 3 course or perhaps move on to an apprenticeship. Alternatively, you could seek entry-level employment
At South & City College Birmingham, we offer a wide range of courses for most age groups.
School Leavers: For learners who are between the ages of 16 to 18, studies will be free.
Adults: For learners who are aged 19 or over, the cost of study will depend on the course or programme that you choose. Some courses may even be free*. If the course is not free, students aged 19 at the start of their programme who wish to study need to either pay their course fees, or take out an Advanced Learning Loan.
*Eligibility criteria applies. There may be an exception for students aged 19 or over that are taking their first full Level 3 qualifications (equivalent to A Levels and Access to HE Diplomas), who could be supported by the Learner Support Fund, or free adult course funded by the WMCA. To find out what financial support is available to you or whether your course is free, call our friendly admissions team on 0121 694 5000 during office hours, or email us via: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk, we look forward to hearing from you.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Higher Education: If you are planning to undertake one of our Higher Education courses you can apply for a loan with Student Finance England, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan with the college to support towards your course fees. Adults may be eligible for FREE tuition through the WMCA's free courses for jobs offer.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Enquire via our website today to chat to one of our Admissions team and make your right choice with South and City College Birmingham. Whatever your passion, we are here to help you land on your dream career path. Email: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk to find out what financial support is available. With various funds, loans and bursaries on offer, we may be able to help with travel expenses & childcare costs.
There is a mix of practical, tutorials and classroom work, however due to the nature of the construction industry, this is a hands-on course which is predominantly delivered in a practical format.
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