Level 2 Diploma
in Plumbing Studies

Part Time Course code 0264

This course is delivered over a full academic year for two evenings per week. It allows candidates to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and career progression in the plumbing sector. It is for candidates who want to work as plumbers in the building services and engineering sector.

As part of the final assessment for the course, students will need to be available for 5 consecutive days (09:00 – 16:30) to complete their full bay assessment. This usually takes place in the final weeks of the course. Students will be booked in advance for their final assessment.

Available dates

There are no available sessions for the remainder of this academic year.

  • Duration

    32 weeks

  • Campus

    Hemel Hempstead Campus

  • Fees

    £1,359
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  • Entry Criteria

    Candidates are expected to have a minimum of a D grade at GCSE in English, Maths and Science.

    Applicants will be expected to work towards the NVQ Level 3 as their goal, which is currently the industry standard for qualified plumbers. All applicants will be expected to attend an interview to ascertain suitability for the course. All students will undertake initial assessments before starting the course. The course will allow you to gain a level 2 qualification in Plumbing.

  • What will I study?

    You will learn:

    • working safely
    • installing and testing pipe systems and components
    • maintaining pipe systems and components
    • installing bathroom and kitchen plumbing
    • installing heating radiators
    • installing drainage and guttering
    • installing sheet weatherings
    • working with others and customer relations

    As part of the final assessment for the course, students will need to be available for 5 consecutive days (09:00 – 16:30) to complete their full bay assessment. This usually takes place in the final weeks of the course. Students will be booked in advance for their final assessment.

  • Future Prospects

    Upon successful completion of this course students will be ready to progress to Level 2 NVQ Plumbing or Level 3 Technical Certificate.

    For more information on the career opportunities available to you upon completion of this course visit the National Careers Service

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WHY STUDY PART TIME AT WEST HERTS COLLEGE?

 

Career-focused courses

Our career focused approach to our part time courses ensure you leave your course full of confidence, equipped with in-demand skills and developed employability skills

Expert Tutors

Our tutors will be on hand throughout your studies to share their industry knowledge and to motivate you to ensure you get the most out of your course.

Meet like-minded people

Whilst completing a part-time course, you will meet people with similar interests who you can share your learning with.

Outstanding support network

We are here to help. Our Support Advisors are on hand to offer advice, support and guidance on completing your studies.

Flexible

We’re committed to lifelong learning, thus, we have designed our part time courses with flexible learning hours so you can learn and keep up with personal or professional commitments.