Level 1 Certificate in Plumbing

Stoke on Trent College

Stoke Road, Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2DG

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent

Level 1

Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026

Stoke on Trent College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course is taught through a mixture of classroom and workshop activities. You will complete a portfolio with a record of your work.

Course Details

This course is suitable for learners wanting to learn the basic skills and knowledge involved in the plumbing trade. The course will cover a range of basic tasks and underpinning knowledge involved in the plumbing industry.As the industry moves towards renewable sources of energy there will be a need to have an understanding of how plumbing and electrical systems are used together to become more efficient. Maths and English are important for the skills in this industry and will be a part of the study programme

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Practical work is internally assessed and marked. You will complete a portfolio to record your assignments and projects.

Entry requirements

2 GCSE Grades 1-2 minimum.

Equipment required

You will need the correct PPE: Uniform- Blue Polo top Steel top capped footwear Pens, pencil, notebook

Your next steps...

Successful completion of this study programme can enable you to progress to a Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing or a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Plumbing trade.

Additional information

http://www.stokecoll.ac.uk/course/Level 1 Certificate in Plumbing

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