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Plumbing Level 2 Full-time (FCON)

Barnsley College

Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification

Level 2

Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Construction Centre

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

Level 2 Plumbing Technical Certificate, awarded by City & Guilds, is a highly regarded vocational qualification designed for individuals aged 16-18, who want to begin a career in the building services industry.

This course provides the essential skills and knowledge required to progress towards employment, an apprenticeship, or further study at Level 3. This qualification is an ideal starting point for anyone serious about becoming a qualified plumber, combining practical workshop experience with underpinning theory to reflect real industry practices.

Course Details

Course structure

The course is highly practical, with most of the learning taking place in specialist plumbing workshops, supported by classroom-based theory.

Teaching Methods:

Workshop-based practical training
Classroom learning and online resources

Course content

Throughout the course, you will develop core plumbing skills, including:

Cold Water Systems: installation, testing, and maintenance

Hot Water Systems: principles, components, and installation methods

Sanitation and Drainage: above-ground systems

Central Heating: basic domestic heating systems and components

Pipework Fabrication: working with copper, plastic and low carbon steel

Health and Safety: essential legislation and safe working practices within building servicesW

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Your progress will be assessed through a combination of:

Practical assessments: observed tasks carried out in realistic workshop environments
Online or written examinations: mainly multiple-choice tests delivered via the City & Guilds e-volve platform

Entry requirements

You will need to hold a GCSE English and Maths. One of these qualifications must be at least a minimum grade 2, while the other must be grade 3 or above.

Equipment required

You will need safety footwear, overalls, writing materials, drawing equipment and paper.

Your next steps...

Successful completion of the Level 2 Plumbing Technical Certificate can lead to:

Further study, including a Level 3 Plumbing and Heating Technical Diploma, enabling you to work towards full qualification status

Level 3 Plumbing and Heating Technician Apprenticeship

Employment as a plumber’s mate or junior installer

Additional information

https://www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/plumbing-level-2-full-time

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