Plumbers are always in demand, so there’s reliable, rewarding and well-paid work if you have the right plumbing qualifications.
Discover our courses for adults today!
Menu
Plumbers are always in demand, so there’s reliable, rewarding and well-paid work if you have the right plumbing qualifications.
This qualification prepares you for employment in the Plumbing industry and shows employers that you have the fundamental skills to stay safe and contribute whilst you gain experience on site.
The Plumbing City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma will need you to complete specific units and topics. You will work towards the following units to make up the full qualification:
Each unit will include an externally set assessment to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the unit. Students will have to participate in a course suitability test within the first six weeks of the course.
Like all of our latest plumbing qualifications that are delivered in our new state of the art training centre there is an emphasis on renewable and sustainable technologies such as solar hot water and rainwater/grey-water harvesting and we will teach you their installation techniques and principles.
You will carry out a wide range of practical, hands-on tasks in the workshop that will develop your ability to use a Plumbers hand-tools and be introduced to a wide range of specialist, powered equipment that you will use as you become more expert in your studies.
We will provide you with real-life ‘on-site’ work experience that will show you what it is like to be a Plumbing professional and we regularly have employers and fully qualified Plumbers coming in to talk to you about the latest developments and career opportunities.
You will learn the theoretical side to Plumbing through classroom based activities, projects and assignments that will help develop your confidence, team work and leadership skills.
You can also become part of the programme of enterprise activity and learn how to run a successful plumbing company.
Start Date
September 2024
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
We want to make sure you are going to enrol on the right course so to help us we assess your current level of Maths and English.
The assessment is a tool to help us plan your development and support you in choosing the right level of study.
After the assessment, we will invite you in to speak to one of the tutors so that you have a chance to ask all of the questions that you might have and to give you a clear plan of what you need to do.
Progression
This course is the first step towards a successful career as a Plumber or those that which to become involved in the renewable and sustainable technologies sector.
It can also be used by learners with more academic aspirations as the first qualification towards progressing to higher education at Calderdale College to study HNC/HND.
Students can progress onto the Level 2 qualification in Plumbing and Heating.
Assessment Methods
The course is assessed through practical observations and external assessments.
Course Fees
This course is free for students age 16 – 18. For students 19+ please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information.
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Term Dates
Autumn Term
4th Sept 2023 – 27th Oct 2023
7th Nov 2023 – 22nd Dec 2023
Spring Term
8th Jan 2024 – 9th Feb 2024
19th Feb 2024 – 22nd Mar 2024
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom
