Plumbing Studies, Certificate in, and NVQ 3

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Summary: 

This is an ideal programme for those that have achieved NVQ Level 2 (and who are currently employed in the plumbing and heating industry) who wish to gain a L3 NVQ to pursue a career in mechanical engineering services (plumbing).  This will involve the study of the Technical Certificate within the college and the gathering of work based evidence for the NVQ L3 qualification.

The day release course runs for 36 weeks in Year 1, between September & July, one day per week.  You may also be required to undertake Functional Skills in Application of Number and Communication at Level 2 if you are studying on a Modern Apprenticeship Framework.

The NVQ continues for one more year where an Assessor will visit you onsite as you collect evidence for your NVQ L3.

Please note this course does not include the installation of boilers, gas or electrical systems.

College facilities include the library, information technology services, Student Union and sports facilities, study skills and learning support and Health & Safety.

Course Code: 
E0019
Age range (help you choose): 
Post-16
Course Length: 
Two Years
Entry Requirements: 

You must be employed within the Plumbing Industry.  You will need to have achieved the NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing.

Core Skills: 

You will study:

Assessment: 

You will be assessed throughout the course on the applciation of job knowledge via online exams and a final test and practical assessments of your workshop skills.

Academic Progression: 

You may progress to a Gas Engineer's Qualification or Renewable Energies Course.

Career Progression: 

You will progress from a trades person working under limited supervision to a person supervising others.

Costs: 

For general information about tuition, registration and exam fees and help available please ask for our separate leaflet 'Fee Information and Methods of Payment' which is available from the Advice Shop.

Please note that although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, courses and costs may be subject to change.

Please contact the Advice Shop for details of costs and start dates.

Please note that although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, course information, costs where applicable and attendance details may change.

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