Level 1 Plumbing

Course Code

Level 1 Plumbing

Course Type

Course Duration

1 year: Sept - July

Location

Central Campus

Start Date

1 September, 2025
Two students plumbing

Are you a school leaver looking to begin a hands-on, rewarding career in the construction industry? The Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in developing the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to become a plumber.

This course is a balanced mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom-based learning, designed to give you a strong foundation in plumbing and the wider construction sector. You’ll gain confidence working with tools, materials, and plumbing systems, all while learning the professional values that employers expect.

What you’ll learn:

  • Build practical skills in pipework, drainage systems, and installation techniques

  • Understand how to work safely and responsibly on a construction site

  • Learn about sustainability and environmental practices in domestic plumbing

  • Develop employability skills such as teamwork, communication, and initiative

You should have GCSE Grade 3 or above in both Maths and English.

Modules include:

  • Structure of the Construction Industry

  • Fundamental Safe Working Practices

  • Environmental and Sustainability Measures in Domestic Dwellings

  • Site Preparation for Working in the Construction Industry

  • Above Ground Drainage

  • Copper Pipework

  • Plastic Pressure Pipework

  • Low Carbon Steel Pipework

  • Installation, Repair and Maintenance of Plumbing Systems

  • Plumbing Science

Why choose this course?
This Level 1 course prepares you for the next step, whether that’s progressing to a Level 2 qualification, an apprenticeship, or starting a career in the plumbing trade.

Outstanding Facilities for Construction Students

Our construction students learn in fully equipped, bespoke workshops designed to replicate real-world working environments. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience using professional tools and materials in safe, industry-standard settings.

You’ll be taught by fully qualified staff with extensive on-site experience, ensuring you learn from professionals who understand the demands of the job and the latest techniques used in the construction industry.

Whether you’re working with timber, tools, or technical drawings, our facilities and expert tutors provide the perfect environment to build your skills and confidence for a future in construction.

Industry Connections

We work closely with leading construction employers to ensure our courses reflect real industry needs, including:

  • Speller Metcalfe

  • Persimmon Homes

  • Interclass

  • Morro

  • Galliford Try

These partnerships help ensure you’re learning the skills employers value most, opening the door to future opportunities in the building and construction sector.

Practical and written assessments.

After successfully completing this course, students can progress onto the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing or Level 3 Apprentice Standard (If employed).

Course Details

Qualification

Exam Board

Study Mode

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