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

15 September 2026
- Start date
  15 September 2026
- Time
  18:00 - 21:00
- Days
  Tuesday, Thursday
- Duration
  32 weeks
- Campus
  Hemel Hempstead Campus
- Fees
  £1,359
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Entry Criteria

Candidates are expected to have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 9-3, including a grade 4 in either Maths or English.

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

On successful completion of the Level 2 Plumbing Course, it allows candidates to progress into employment or onto NVQ qualifications to become a fully qualified plumber.

During the course, you will be expected to seek employment in the industry enabling you to gain invaluable hands-on experience.

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