Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing
Course Code: P198226
Key Information
Course type
Vocational
Campus:
North Harbour Campus
Start Date:
16 Sept 2024
Duration:
1 year
Attendance:
Full-time
Fees:
Free
For those who want to enter the plumbing industry. The course enables you to focus on maths and English, while building skills, knowledge and confidence to take you forward into the Level 2 course. You may have the opportunity to complete some Level 2 units in preparation for the Level 2 course.
Units include:
- safe working practices
- how to communicate with others
- applying environmental protection measures.
Manufacturers and industry specialists will showcase the latest developments in plumbing and environmental technology, you will go on industry visits and have the chance to work on live projects. You will also complete 30 hours of work experience within the industry.
You will need four GCSEs grade 3 or above, including maths and English and preferably a science.
This course is a one-year course. You will be required to attend two full days for 34 weeks, plus two block weeks for practical assessment to be arranged with your tutor. Maximum attendance is required to ensure success.
You will learn in our well-equipped workshops, backed up by classroom sessions, which will help to underpin your knowledge of the subject. Following the completion of each unit you will take an on-line examination.
School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.
You could progress to a Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing or into an apprenticeship.
Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing
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