Overview

Plumbing Studies City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma

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.

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Course information

Need to know

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs grades 3-1

What qualification will I gain?

City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Studies.

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
  • 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: 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.