Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing

You will be expected to provide your own overalls, safety shoes and contribute to the cost of any additional enrichment activities. 

If you are aged 19 or over, fees for tuition, exams and materials may be payable on enrolment.

This course is ideal for those who want to work as plumbers or in other related disciplines in the building services engineering sector. The Level 2 qualification is a major step towards becoming a fully qualified plumber. 

Internal progression students must have completed a Level 1 Plumbing course.

New students must have attained a minimum of grade 4 in GCSE Maths, English and Science. 

The installation of copper pipe, radiators, cisterns, cylinders and sanitaryware. A combination of practical and theory-based work provides the footing needed to succeed in the plumbing industry. The course also forms part of the plumbing apprenticeship framework which can be used towards the completion of a full plumbing apprenticeship at Level 3. 

Health & Safety
Effective Communication
Common Plumbing Processes
Site Preparation Techniques
Cold Water Systems
Hot Water Systems
Central Heating Systems
Drainage Systems
Basic Electrical Systems
Plumbing Science

Students will be required to attend Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills Level 2) depending on prior achievements and initial assessments.  

Each unit will be assessed by end of unit multiple-choice online tests supported with practical assessments throughout the year.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the option to progress to the T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction (T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning For Construction: Surveying and Design for Construction (scg.ac.uk)), or an apprenticeship in plumbing (www.scg.ac.uk/apprenticeships). 

Our specialist teaching and fantastic facilities will aid your progression. We also offer our students the opportunity to enter local, national, and international competitions including the UK SkillPlum competition.

You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk