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Key details

Course area
Construction
Student types
16 - 18 coursesCourses for 19+ students
Course type
Full-time Further Education course
Course level
Entry Level
Start date
Tuesday 1st September 2026
Location
Basford 664 Nuthall Road, Nottingham, NG8 6AQ
Course code
Parent course code:C051480 Child course code: Q051481
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Course introduction

This course is designed to help candidates learn, develop, and practice the skills necessary for employment and/or advancing in the field of plumbing.

Introduction to plumbing skills and techniques practical and theories to include:

  • Health and safety
  • Communications
  • Basic tool skills
  • Copper pipework
  • Low carbon steel pipework
  • Plastic pipework
  • Repair and maintenance of plumbing systems

You will be expected to study Functional Skills English and maths throughout your programme of study.

Classes will be mainly practical although theory sessions will also be included. You will have the opportunity to participate in enrichment activities, such as industry and community-based projects, as well as trips and visits.

Course information

1 year

College Certificate

You will need GCSE English and Maths at grade 2 or equivalent.

Practical models and multiple choice question papers.

Further plumbing qualifications.

Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees.

If you are aged 19 or over you may still be eligible for funding. Check out our Financial Help pages to find out more!

If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information.

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Careers related to this course

Plumbers and Heating and Ventilating Installers and Repairers

Potential Earnings

£49,814.81

Average Earnings

£34,835.00

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Pathways

Transportation Maintenance

People in these occupations maintain and service transport vehicles and specialised vehicle systems.

Engineering

People in these occupations use scientific principles to solve practical problems across a variety of engineering disciplines: civil, chemical, mechanical, etc.

Building and Construction

People in these occupations manage building projects, inspect structures, and carry out various construction trades: masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical installation, etc.

Skills

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
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