Course Details

Who is it suitable for? This qualification is suitable for candidates already working within the plumbing industry who want to gain a recognised qualification. Candidates should have previously completed a level 2 plumbing qualification. 

What’s involved? Candidates will complete the following mandatory units along with 4 units from their chosen pathway option.

The units include:

• Understand how to organise resources within BSE.
• Understand and apply domestic cold water system installation, commissioning, service and maintenance Techniques.
• Understand and apply domestic hot water system installation, commissioning, service and maintenance techniques.
• Understand and apply domestic central heating system installation, commissioning, service and maintenance techniques.
• Understand and carry out electrical work on domestic Plumbing and heating systems and components.
• Understand and apply domestic sanitation system installation, commissioning, service and maintenance techniques.
• Install, commission, service and maintain domestic plumbing and heating systems.

Where might it lead? On completion of this qualification candidates will be a qualified Plumber.

Course duration We would estimate a minimum of 12 months. The time it takes to complete the workplace portfolio will vary per candidate. (Please speak with an advisor for current attendance options).

Delivery method The qualification will consist of home study, centre attendance for theory sessions, practical training in the workshop and the collection of workplace evidence.

Assessment methods Online multiple choice exams, written assignments and practical assessments. The NVQ portfolio of evidence is collected on site through reflective accounts and formal observations in the workplace.

Entry requirements Must be working within the plumbing industry. Must have prior knowledge and experience of plumbing, ideally with a Level 2 qualification or 6035 Level 3 Diploma.

How much does it cost? £3,833.33 +VAT. (If the 6035-03 or 6129 qualification has been achieved then a reduced rate of £1250 is payable).