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Plumbing (Level 1)

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Overview

Plumbing (Level 1)

This qualification is for those wanting to enter the Plumbing & Heating industry.  It gives you the opportunity to pick up core skills and knowledge and gives you the opportunity to progress onto our Level 2 Plumbing & Heating qualifications.

Please note – this Level 1 course is for 16-18 year olds. If you are 19+ take a look at our apprenticeship and part time options.

 

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Course information

Need to know

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs grades 3-1.

No Formal Qualifications Required.

What qualification will I gain?

This qualification is for those wanting to enter the Plumbing & Heating industry.  It gives you the opportunity to pick up core skills and knowledge and gives you the opportunity to progress onto our Level 2 Plumbing & Heating qualifications.

How will I be assessed?

  • Assignments – pass, merit or distinction
  • Practical assessments

 

Course content

What will I study?

You will study many aspects of plumbing including plumbing principles, cold water, hot water, drainage and central heating.

As well as:

  • Structure of the construction industry
  • Fundamental safe working practices
  • Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
  • Site preparation in the construction industry.

Next steps

Course Progression:

Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing & Heating (8202)

Career Progression:

These qualifications can lead to a career in Plumbing & Heating.

Additional information

Required Kit:

Books

The City & Guilds Textbook: Plumbing Book 1, Second Edition: for the Level 3 Apprenticeship (9189), Level 2 Technical certificate (8202)

PPE

  • Work Trousers or Overalls – The college is not responsible for damage to your clothing
  • Safety Glasses
  • Safety Shoes/Boots

Essential

  • Notebook
  • Pens
  • Pencils
  • Coloured Pencils

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: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Fees:
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.

Funding Information

All full-time Level 1 and Level 2 courses are now FREE for everyone, whatever their age. If you are looking to study a Level 3 qualification, courses might still be free if you’re under 19 or 19-23 and studying your first full Level 3 qualification. Whether you need to pay a fee and how much will be dependent on the programme you choose to study. For more information call 0345 658 8990.

If you’re over 23 or studying a second Level 3 qualification, you will need to pay a fee. Find out more on our financial support page at: www.bedfordcollegegroup.co.uk/finance or view the Full-time Fee Flow Chart below.

If you are unsure whether you need to pay or not then please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990.

Full-time Fee Flow Chart

If you are aged 19 or over you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay the tuition fees for this course. You can also pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable.

Find out more

If you live in any of the following areas and wish to apply for or enrol onto one of our courses, please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to check if your course is funded or not (Please note that if your course is not funded then you will pay a higher fee than what is listed, please contact our Customer Contact team for more information):

  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
  • Greater Manchester
  • Greater London
  • Liverpool City Region
  • Tees Valley
  • West of England
  • West Midlands
  • Sheffield
  • Newcastle Upon Tyne
  • Barnsley and Doncaster
  • West Yorkshire
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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.