Plumbing: Level 2 Apprenticeship - Part Time
Course Summary
Plumbing: Level 2 Apprenticeship - Part Time
Apprenticeships are a popular choice for people aged 16 or above, looking for on the job training and the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications whilst earning a wage. Most of your training will be directly linked to the career you have chosen, gaining practical experience in the workplace, backed up by attendance at college just one day a week.
An Apprenticeship in Plumbing will develop your employability skills and give you valuable experience of a variety of routine related activities. Your exact duties will depend upon your employer.
Where possible staff from the College Apprenticeship Team will help you find an employer and place of work (although students who are already employed are welcome to apply if sponsored by their employer). Your offer of Apprenticeship training will be dependent on work places being available.
| Course Code: | N8503 |
|---|---|
| Study Type: | Part Time |
| Academic Level: | Level 2 |
| Award: | Level 2 |
| Awarded by: | CSKILLS/City & Guilds |
| Course Length | 23 months. Hours of attendance and start date will be confirmed at interview or enrolment. |
| UCAS Course Code | 0 |
Course
Details
Plumbing: Level 2 Apprenticeship - Part Time
Course Details
To gain the full apprenticeship you will work towards the following qualifications:
o NVQ Level 2 Mechanical Engineering Services (Plumbing)
o Functional Skills Mathematics Level 2
o Functional Skills English Level 2
o Functional Skills ICT Level 1
o Employment Rights and Responsibilities (a workbook to help you understand your rights and responsibilities as an employee and those of your employer)
The NVQ qualification is work- related and will relate specifically to your job role.
There are 2 Pathways:
• Domestic Heating
• Domestic Plumbing
Depending on Pathway mandatory units include:
• Hot and Cold Water Systems
• Sanitation
• Maintenance and fault finding
• Central Heating
• Installation of bathroom suites and similar aspects of the industry
Employers will look for:
o Good communication skills
o Reliability, flexibility and good timekeeping
o Ability to work in a team as well as on your own initiative
o Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Course Assessment:
You will be continually assessed throughout your training both at college and within the workplace. You will also take external and internal examinations for your key skills
(if required) and technical certificate. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and achievable targets set, to ensure you complete your apprenticeship on time.
Entry
Requirements
Plumbing: Level 2 Apprenticeship - Part Time
Entry RequirementsGCSEs grade A*-C in English, Maths and ICT or minimum level 1 at initial assessment in English, Maths and ICT are required. You will need to demonstrate an interest in Plumbing. All applicants for Apprenticeship training will be required to attend interview and undertake initial assessments prior to enrolment.
Career
Progression
Plumbing: Level 2 Apprenticeship - Part Time
Career ProgressionOn successful completion of this Apprenticeship you could progress to an Advanced Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering Services (Plumbing Level 3).
Other Information
Plumbing: Level 2 Apprenticeship - Part Time
Other InformationLast updated - 18/4/12
Course
Fees
Plumbing: Level 2 Apprenticeship - Part Time
Course FeesApprenticeships are fully funded for those aged 16 – 18 years. Employer contribution for those aged 19+.
Smith & Byford
"Through our involvement with Nescot College, our apprentices at Smith & Byford have proven that a continuous, evolving program of training achieves the desired result of highly technical and focussed trainees." Brian Dorey, Smith & Byford
