DIPLOMA IN PLUMBING STUDIES LEVEL 1Level 1 Full Time

Please refer to the 16 to 19 study programme document to learn more.ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The technical content of the qualification and plumbing industry requires that successful applicants will have GCSE Maths and English or Science at grade D or above and two other GCSEs at Grade E and above. This will prepare learners for progression on to Level 2 plumbing courses, for which attainment of GCSE Maths, Science and English at Grade C or above, or equivalent, is a direct entry requirement.

This programme has been developed to address a need to develop learners’ basic plumbing skills and knowledge to enable them to progress to Diploma in Plumbing Studies Level 2 and NVQ2 in Plumbing. It also develops an awareness of health and safety issues within the work environment.

The aims and objectives of the course are to provide learners with an understanding of safety at work, basic principles and processes applied to plumbing, hot and cold water systems including above ground drainage, customer relationships and environmental awareness.

This award consists of 10 mandatory units

All theory units are linked to practical tasks which are internally assessed to meet industry standards.

As part of the programme of study you will also be expected to develop your key skills in Numeracy, Communication, and Information Technology. These qualifications will be integrated into your plumbing studies and will form part of the expected criteria for progression.