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Do you want to start your career as a plumber?
It's no secret that the trade is a well-paid, secure career that AI can't take over.
Everyone needs a plumber.
And you could become the person people call when they have burst pipes or a broken boiler.
But before you work as a plumber, you need to learn to repair safely and understand how water and heating systems work.
This course helps you take the first step and build the practical skills employers look for.
Why should you take this course?
You need four GCSES at grade 4 or above, including Maths.
After you apply, our tutors will invite you to an interview.
Don't worry, it's not a test. It's a chance to see if plumbing is the right route for you.
If you don't achieve the grades you need, our tutors recommend progressing through Introduction to Plumbing Level 1.
Our tutors will work with you to find the most suitable course for your experience.
You will learn by doing to build the practical skills plumbing employers want.
In the practical plumbing workshops, you will practice everything you learn to prepare for real plumbing work.
And our experienced plumbing tutors will supervise and support you every step of the way.
You will also attend classroom lessons to add important health and safety knowledge to your CV.
For assessments, you will complete coursework and practical exams to show your skills through real plumbing work, not essays.
After this course, you could progress to an apprenticeship in:
During your apprenticeship, you will earn while you learn and become a qualified plumber.
Many companies employ plumbers to fix everyday plumbing issues in houses and complex industrial problems for businesses.
With experience, you could become your own boss and build your own client base.
One day, you could even start your own plumbing business.
Learners must provide safety boots and ensure they have clothing that is appropriate for a workshop environment.
You will learn all the essential skills to progress your career in plumbing.
If you want to work your way towards further study or an apprenticeship, this course is for you.
You need to buy safety boots and appropriate clothing for our workshop.
If you need help with safety boots and clothing costs, travel costs to and from college, or free college meals, please email studentfunding@bathcollege.ac.uk.
The Somer Valley Campus in Radstock also offers the following support:
If you have a problem during your time at the college, our Welfare team can help you with:
Email safe@bathcollege.ac.uk to book a private one-to-one chat with a friendly Welfare Officer.