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Plumbing Diploma

Course details

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Qualification name Diploma in Plumbing Studies
Qualification level 2
Awarding organisation City & Guilds of London Institute
Learning method Classroom based
Course type Free Courses for Jobs
Course hours Part-time
Course start date 22nd September 2026
Cost £4,468.00
Attendance pattern Evening

Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.

The Plumbing Diploma Level 2, delivered at the Clean Energy Centre, is designed to help you learn, develop, and practise the skills needed to prepare for employment in the plumbing industry.Units covered include installing pipework systems, materials and components, copper fabrications, hot and cold water systems, central heating systems, plastic pipework installation, guttering and rainwater systems, and the installation of sanitary ware, including taps, float-operated valves, and siphons.This evening course combines practical tasks and online assessments to evaluate your practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Upon successful completion, you will have the opportunity to progress to the Plumbing Diploma Level 3.You will need to provide your own protective clothing, footwear, textbooks, and stationery. Classes run on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

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Installing pipework systems Materials and components Copper fabrications Hot and cold water systems Central heating systems Plastic pipework installation Guttering and rainwater systems The installation of sanitary ware

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Name South West Energy Centre
Address Waddeton Road
Paignton
Devon
TQ4 7BJ
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