Plumbing Level 1 Diploma Part-Time
Course Overview
Plumbing Level 1 Diploma Part-Time
This qualification is designed for adult students who want to develop the basic practical skills and knowledge required for plumbing.
You will learn about a range of plumbing and heating installation tasks, developing both practical skills and the underpinning knowledge needed to work safely and effectively.
The course is delivered in our fully equipped plumbing workshops and state-of-the-art classrooms by experienced, dual-qualified tradespeople and tutours, giving you the opportunity to learn from industry professionals in a practical environment.
Whether you want to develop useful plumbing skills to tackle jobs at home and potentially save on costly call-outs, or you are considering a career change, this course provides a valuable introduction to the industry and the opportunity to achieve a recognised qualification.
No previous plumbing experience is required.
The course is made up of the following units:
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
The units are assessed by multiple choice tests and practical tasks.
Located at: Construction Centre 'CUBE'
Course Start: 05 October 2026
Course length: 1 Years
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QCONPLU101
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
£1080.00
Aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a course?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees. Please visit the How to apply and fees page for further details.
Other funding information
Course Content
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The course information on this page was last updated 27 August 2026.
