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Construction

Plumbing Essentials

Start Date:
Start Time: 17:30
End Date: 30/04/2026
End Time: 20:30
Day(s): Tuesday and Thursday
Site: College Main Site

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Course Overview

This introductory course offers a hands-on insight into the world of plumbing. Ideal for beginners, it provides a practical experience of working with different types of pipework in our fully equipped workshops, guided by experienced and qualified trade professionals.

You’ll learn the fundamentals of plumbing, including essential safety practices and industry expectations. The course also explores potential career pathways within the plumbing and construction sectors, helping you understand where this qualification could take you.

Whether you're looking to build confidence for DIY projects at home or considering a career change, this course is a great starting point. You’ll develop valuable hand skills, gain confidence in basic plumbing installations, and be well-prepared for further training.

Qualification Gained

Level 1 Award in Construction Skills (Plumbing)
Level 1 Award in Skills towards enabling progression

After The Course

After finishing this course, you could decide to take additional courses in this sector, or to apply for an apprenticeship.
You would be welcome to discuss your options with your tutor whilst on the course. If you are unsure of your options, you might like to discuss your journey with our dedicated careers advisors.

What Will I Learn

This course is highly practical, with most of your training taking place in our specialist plumbing workshops. You’ll learn how to safely use a variety of hand tools and equipment while developing essential skills such as measuring, marking, cutting, bending, and joining different types of pipework. Training begins with basic techniques like compression joints and progresses to more advanced tasks such as soldering, press fitting, and assembling small-scale plumbing systems.

In addition to hands-on skills, you’ll gain a solid understanding of health and safety practices within the construction industry. You’ll also explore the wider construction environment, including the roles of other trades you may work alongside, and consider how the plumbing industry is evolving to meet sustainability goals.

Our Lecturers

The course is taught by well qualified and experienced industry professionals, who are dedicated to ensuring student success through effective curriculum delivery and high-quality student support.

Teaching Learning and Assessment

The Level 1 Award in Plumbing is a practical, hands-on course delivered in our state-of-the-art Construction Centre, giving learners real experience in a workshop environment. The course focuses on essential trade skills and is assessed through practical tasks, a portfolio of evidence, and a supporting workbook. This well-rounded approach ensures learners build both confidence and capability, preparing them for further training or entry-level roles in the construction industry.

Course Expenses

The cost for this course is £150.

Depending on prior learning or financial situation, you may be entitled to a fully funded course, Please contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.

Additional costs may be covered by our financial assistance bursary which you can apply for once you have had your place confirmed and at that point, you will be provided with the bursary application form.

How Will I Be Assessed

Your work will be assessed throughout the course, and you'll complete a workbook for additional knowledge checks.

Entry Requirements

This course is open to anyone with an interest in basic Plumbing.
It is recommended that you have a good level of written English to enable you to complete the workbook alongside your practical work, so we suggest that applicants to either a GCSE in English at grade C / 4, or an equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2).
If you don't yet hold your GCSE English (or equivalent), you can look through our website or contact our friendly iZone team to find out more about the GCSE and Functional Skills courses we offer.

Required Experience

We do not ask for any required experience on this course.

How To Apply

Apply online by clicking the button below. If you have any questions about your application, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.

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