Study methods

There is a 50/50 split between practical workshop sessions and classroom work, where you will be taught the underpinning knowledge to enable you to pass the online exams.

How the course is assessed

Assessment will be through a range of practical assignments and theory based on-line examinations. The course will be taught through a range of varied activities including classroom based theory sessions and skills workshops to develop the necessary installation experience.

You will be taught by highly experienced members of our Plumbing team. they will deliver the sessions to you using a variety of teaching techniques to ensure everyone is able to make best possible progress.

The course is awarded through City & Guilds and staff will follow the assessment criteria to ensure learning meets all awarding standards

Achieving this Level 2 plumbing course you will be recognised as an improver/plumbers mate, which can lead to better employment opportunities and you can progress to an NVQ in the workplace.

You will need to provide suitable clothing for workshops and steel toe capped boots. There will be reading lists provided to support you with your studies.

Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.

If you don’t qualify for funding help and have to pay for course, you could pay a 25% deposit and four consecutive monthly standing order payments for the balance. The course fee must be over £100 to qualify.

For one to one advice, contact our friendly team who will assess your individual circumstances and give you the right information. You can contact them on 0191 490 4600, [email protected] or via Live Chat.

If this is a Level 3 qualification and you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 or over you can pay the fee in full upfront and receive a 10% discount. Or you can apply for an Adult Advanced Learner Loan, a low interest loan with no upfront fees that you pay back in installments once you’re earning. For more information, come along to an Enrolment Event, call 0191 490 4627 or email [email protected]

Those aged under 18 years old are not eligible to study this course as it is a part time programme.