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Plumbing and Heating - Level 2 - NVQ

Course code: XPKV000P

Subject area: Construction

Study level: Part Time

Course level: 2

Course details

Course time:

18:00 - 21:00

Days of week:

Tuesday

Course date:

14th Jan 2025 - 12th Jan 2026

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

This will allow the learner to become a qualified plumber and is an industry recognised City & Guilds qualification.
The course will allow the learner to be conversant with the selection, installation, maintenance and repair of domestic plumbing systems.

The training includes: health & safety, site preparation, Plumbing scientific principles, hot & cold water, central heating, rainwater, sanitation and environmental protection. Alternatively, if you already possess a level 2 plumbing craft certificate or similar, you can apply for our NVQ only course.

Course units
The training includes: health & safety, site preparation, Plumbing scientific principles, hot & cold water, central heating, rainwater, sanitation and environmental protection.
What next?
On completion of the course, you can progress onto the NVQ level 3 in Domestic Plumbing & Heating to become a fully qualified gas or renewable technology engineer. Alternatively, you can apply for our Foundation Gas course to become a qualified gas engineer.
Entry criteria
The learner must be able to work regularly with a qualified plumber and be availble for on site observations. You should have a reasonable understanding of maths and English.
Fee information
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £1,788.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £1,788.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

Qualifications received
City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing & Heating
Learning & method assessment
The training will be delivered over two evenings per week over 36 weeks. There will be both practical and theory training with on line theory tests and practical assessments taking place throughout the delivery period.

You will also be required to complete an on site portfolio which will require observations by our assessor.