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Plumbing Level 1

at Barnsley College, Barnsley · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Plumbers fit, service and repair hot and cold water systems, and heating systems in homes and businesses. They also work with gas fires and cookers. If you want a varied job that makes good use of your practical skills and takes you out and about, this could be perfect for you. You will need to be good at solving problems, have the ability to follow technical plans, and understand the importance of health and safety. You'll also need good customer care skills. You will study the following : -Introduction to health and safety in construction -Connecting pipes and fitting appliances -Installing rain water goods -Working with low carbon steel pipes and fittings You can view the City & Guilds course specifications at: http://cdn.cityandguilds.com/ProductDocuments/Construction/Construction/6219/Purpose_and_Recognition/19_Plus/Purpose/60105276_L1_Construction_Skills_Plumbing_Purpose.pdf On completion of this programme, you may wish to progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing studies or an apprenticeship. No formal qualifications? Or did you just miss out on a GCSE Maths or English C grade? Don't worry, we offer free qualifications in maths and English to those who have no formal qualifications and want to begin to achieve some. These are flexible courses offered on various days and evenings, aimed at people of any age or ability.

What you need to get on

Two GCSEs at grade A* to E preferably English and maths Plus English grade 2 or above OR successful interview with an initial assessment in English and maths at Entry Level 3 or above +Successful BPEC assessment. You can practice for this assessment by vising the following website http://bpec.org.uk/learners/aptitude-test/

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Barnsley

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