Introduction to Plumbing

• This course is FREE for most students.
• £30 membership fee applies to all students.
• The course fee listed is the maximum you could pay.
• No payment is required when you apply. After submitting your application, our customer service team will contact you to confirm your eligibility for free or discounted fees and guide you through the next steps.
• You might be surprised at how many ways you can qualify for funding. Check your eligibility here.
• After you apply, we’ll send you an invitation to complete your enrolment if places are available on the course. Please note that your place is not confirmed until you have enrolled and paid the membership fee.

No formal entry requirements, though an interest in plumbing and home repairs is recommended.

Strengthen your DIY abilities and build on your existing knowledge with this Adult Skills course. Designed for learners who would like to have an understanding of domestic plumbing systems and everyday household repairs.

Through practical, hands-on tasks—such as replacing a tap washer—you’ll gain the confidence, skills, and problem-solving ability needed to tackle more complex plumbing maintenance safely and independently. This introduction course is an important step in the Adult Skills progression pathway, preparing you for further accredited vocational training in plumbing.

• Induction/course outline     
• Health and Safety working practices       
• Risk assessments 
• Replacing a tap washer 
• Changing a ball valve 
• Unblocking blockages 
• Repair and maintenance of a flushing cistern 
• Basic soldering and pipe joints