Overview

Plumbing City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate

This qualification is for those wanting to enter the Plumbing & Heating industry.

It gives you the opportunity to progress your skills and knowledge of more advanced Plumbing & Heating and gives you the opportunity to progress onto further Plumbing & Heating qualifications or employment routes.

The course covers a wide range of essential plumbing skills and knowledge and is recognised by employers in the plumbing industry. You will gain practical experience through hands-on tasks and synoptic assignments, which are crucial for developing real-world skill.

 

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Course information

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Entry requirements

3 GCSEs Grade 9-3 including Maths and English or an equivalent qualification at Level 1.

What qualification will I gain?

  • City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing (8202-25)

How will I be assessed?

  • Your Practical skills will be assessed via Synoptic Assignment.
  • Your Knowledge will be assessed by Theory Exam.
  • The timing of these assessments is set nationally by City and Guilds.

Course content

What will I study?

This study programme is designed to provide the point of entry into industry for those wishing to study Plumbing and Heating.

It combines the practical skills required to complete plumbing tasks, and the knowledge required to design and maintain basic Plumbing systems.

You will study many aspects of plumbing including:

  • Health and Safety
  • Cold water
  • Hot water
  • Plumbing processes
  • Drainage
  • Electrical & Scientific principles
  • Central heating

Next steps

You might progress onto further study, or positions in plumbing and related fields.

Additional information

An equipment list will be provided prior to the start of the programme and includes personal protective equipment and textbooks.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or  contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.

Available Courses
Plumbing Centre (Kempston)
Starts: 21/09/2026
Type: Part Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Time(s): 5:30pm - 8:30pm
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Fees: £1,080.00

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Part-Time Funding Information

Some courses may be free depending on the qualification and if you are unemployed and on a qualifying benefit.

Please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to find out accurate fees information.

Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.