Introduction to Plumbing Level 1 (24/25)

Are you interested in developing your skills in a practical, vocational area that will prepare you for work? This course is suitable for anyone wishing to develop their skills in this vocational area. You will learn about health and safety in building services engineering, fundamental principles and requirements of environmental technology systems, plumbing system installation planning, complex cold-water systems, domestic hot water, sanitation and drainage systems, central heating systems, domestic gas principles and career awareness in building services engineering.

Four GCSEs, 1 of which must be a grade 3 (D) or above in Maths

Learners must provide safety boots and ensure they have clothing that is appropriate for a workshop environment.

This qualification is for learners wanting to learn the basic skills and knowledge involved in plumbing. It does not require occupational evidence from the workplace so is suitable for learners who currently do not work within the plumbing industry and may wish to prepare for study at level 2. The qualification covers a range of basic tasks including various pipework methods, health & safety, plumbing science, and underpinning knowledge involved in plumbing.

This vocational qualification is taught through a mixture of practical and theory lessons, with further learning and understanding developed via directed self-study. Assessment consists of internally set coursework and assignments, in addition to externally set exams.

Depending on where you start this pathway, you can progress to Level 2 or 3 of Plumbing or related courses. Outside of the College, you can move onto employment within the heating and plumbing sector, renewables sector or gas industry. There are also opportunities to go into related apprenticeships with greater focus workplace experience.