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NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

at South Devon College, Paignton · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma2 yearsPart time£1,672

What the college says

This standalone NVQ serves as a diary of the work you complete while employed as a plumber.Our assessor will visit you onsite several times to evaluate your competence, and you will be expected to attend College workshops on dates agreed between you and the assessor.You will receive initial online training to help you upload evidence to your online diary. You should already be working in the plumbing industry and may be required to complete additional theory units where appropriate. The course fee includes your e-portfolio license and NVQ assessments.Upon successful completion of your NVQ, you may choose to progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Gas Engineering.

What you need to get on

You must have completed an appropriate vocational qualification at Level 2, You will require good literacy and IT skills, You must be working alongside a qualified plumber

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Vantage Point Main Building

    Long Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Paignton

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