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Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing

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Course overview

The Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing is designed for students who want to take their skills and knowledge to the next level and move closer to working as a qualified plumber or heating engineer. This course builds on previous learning and focuses on the planning, design and understanding of domestic plumbing and heating systems used in real homes and buildings.

You’ll develop a deeper technical understanding of how systems are designed, installed and operated, helping you prepare for employment, an apprenticeship or further industry training.

Course information

Studying at Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing allows you to move beyond basic plumbing skills and develop a deeper understanding of how plumbing and heating systems are planned, designed and managed in real homes and buildings.

This course helps you build the knowledge, confidence and professional skills needed to take the next step towards employment, an apprenticeship or progression onto an NVQ qualification.

By studying at Level 3, you will:

  • Develop advanced plumbing and heating knowledge

  • Gain skills and understanding employers expect from entry-level professionals

  • Learn how to work safely, efficiently and to industry standards

  • Prepare for employment, apprenticeships or NVQ progression

  • Improve your long-term career prospects and earning potential

 

Throughout the course, you will study a range of advanced, industry-relevant topics, including:

Health and safety in the workplace – understanding legal responsibilities and safe working practices

Working safely and effectively – developing professional behaviours and efficient working methods

Principles of environmental technology systems – exploring sustainable and energy-efficient plumbing solutions

Cold water systems planning and design – learning how systems are planned and designed for domestic properties

Hot water systems planning and design – understanding system layouts, components and performance

Domestic central heating systems planning and design – developing knowledge of modern heating systems and controls

These units focus on understanding why systems are designed in certain ways, preparing you for plumbing and heating work.