Exeter College Courses : Basic Plumbing (6129) City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate

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Basic Plumbing (6129) City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate

Level: Level 2 Full-time

How long is the course/training? This is a one-year course.

What will I be doing on the course/training?

This course is designed to meet industry standards and provides a good grounding for you to go on to a higher level course or to start work. It covers all the required foundation skills, including domestic piping, the domestic water system, soldering, and health and safety. Within this course you will be required to demonstrate safe working practices.

Course/Training Code: To be confirmed

Where do I study/train?

Falcon House, Sowton

What are the entry requirements?

This is a progression course, therefore successful completion of the Level 1 ASET course or 14-16 programme (where plumbing principles were covered) are required in order to be considered for this course. Adequate Literacy and Numeracy levels are also required and these will be considered during the application and interview process. Note: Applications for direct enrolment onto this course may be considered on an individual basis by a course specialist.

What can I do after this course/training?

Subject to securing an employer/adequate work experience opportunities, you can progress onto an Apprenticeship or an Advanced Apprenticeship, working towards an NVQ and attending the college on a day release basis. This route will enable you to work towards becoming a fully qualified Plumber.

What Functional skills will I do?

You will do Functional Skills in Communication and Application of Number.

What residential/work experience is there?

None specified

What faculty is the course/training in?

Construction

How to Apply?

Get an application form through school, Connexions or by contacting the college.

How do I study the course/training and how will I be assessed?

The course consists of classroom based theory and practical sessions in the workshop. Assessment will be through a combination of online exams and practical exercises.

What facilities are there?

Training bungalow
Trade specific classroom
Learning resource centre
Refectory

What will the course/training cost me?

This further education course is free for all 16-18 year olds who are resident in the UK and the European Economic Area for the last 3 years. (You must be under 19 on 31st August in the calendar year that you start your course).

Additional costs:

You will need to be equipped with basic stationery for all your sessions. You will need to have your own overalls and safety boots- advice will be given at interview. You will be required to purchase a subject specific course book to be advised either at interview or at the start of the course.

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To find out more:
Telephone: 0845 111 6000
Email: construction@exe-coll.ac.uk