Course Overview
This Level 1 Diploma is an introductory qualification designed for those new to plumbing. It develops basic plumbing knowledge and practical skills, preparing learners for further training, employment support roles, or progression into a Level 2 plumbing programme. The course balances practical workshop training with classroom learning in construction principles, pipework, drainage, and plumbing systems.
For this course you will need steel toe capped safety footwear, a tape measure (e.g., 5 m builder’s tape), a notebook / notepad for theory and diary notes, pens, pencils, ruler and a folder / binder for organising portfolios and paperwork.
Course Modules
Course Information
Minimum GCSE grade 2 in both English language and mathematics.
You will be assessed through:
Practical Workshop Assessments
Learners demonstrate hands-on plumbing tasks under the observation of an assessor in a workshop setting.
Portfolio / Coursework
Learners compile a portfolio of evidence including completed practical tasks, photos, reports and tutor observations.
Written Assignments / Theory Checks
Written tasks or short tests cover technical knowledge such as plumbing processes, materials, and safe practices.
Upon completion you can progress to:
City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies – next step for many learners.
Apprenticeships
Entry into a plumbing apprenticeship programme (often as a Level 2 apprenticeship once eligible).
Employment Support Roles
Trainee or assistant positions in plumbing, building services, or facilities operations
Supporting you
Travel
The below travel map highlights the campuses where you can study this course.
FREE SHUTTLE BUS | between Bromsgrove and Redditch campuses | the freedom to travel at any point of your college day.
Redditch
Redditch has many links to surrounding towns with a circular around Redditch itself including Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Kings Heath, Evesham, Droitwich, Solihull, Worcester, and Birmingham. The train and bus stations are in close proximity to one another and are a short walk to Peakman Campus and a slightly longer walk to Alliance House.
Redditch Train Station
- Redditch station
Bromsgrove Road
Redditch
Worcestershire
B97 4RB - A 7-minute walk to Peakman Campus
- A 15-minute walk to Alliance House
Redditch Bus Station
- Redditch Bus Station
Unit 6
Evesham Street
Redditch
B97 4EX - An 8-minute walk to Peakman Campus
- A 17-minute walk to Alliance House
Worcester
Worcester is accessible by bus and train with numerous links from all over the county and further. The bus and train stations are a short walk to all of our campuses with The Duckworth Centre of Engineering being a little further.
Worcester Train Station
- Worcester Foregate Street Station
Foregate Street
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1DB - An 8-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 9-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 5-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 23-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering
Worcester Bus Station
- Worcester Crowngate
Worcester
WR1 3LE - A 6-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 7-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 4-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 24-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering