PLUMBING, GAS & HEATING

with West Met Skills - the work-based training

department from Harrow & Uxbridge Colleges

These apprenticeships provide the skills needed to work in the plumbing and heating trade. If you want to achieve recognised quali�cations in the industry, this apprenticeship is a great way to start

We are a top provider in London with consistently

high success rates

We are the largest college provider of apprenticeships in

We work with major companies including

Dyno Plumb, Woodford Heating &

Pinewood Studios.

west London

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Most of our apprentices secure employment at the end of their apprenticeship

Discounted travel with an Apprentice Oyster card

Discounts on shopping with an NUS

Apprentice Extra Card

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Key Information

Duration

Entry requirements

Typical job titles

Progression

Key responsibilities

Level 2: 24 months, Level 3: 18 months

- 16 years or over.- Applicants will normally have gained a minimum of 3 GCSEs (grade A-C) or equivalent, preferably English, mathematics and ICT or a science.- Basic skills assessment in literacy & numeracy

Delivery A minimum of 30 hours of on the job training at work place per week including a day/ block release to study theory at the college.- Level 2 at Harrow & Uxbridge campus and - Level 3 at Uxbridge campus.

Heating Engineer / Specialised Craftsperson (Plumber or Heating Engineer) / Skilled Operative.

Level 2 plumbing and heating qualification is designed for anyone who wants to become a plumber or domestic heating engineer. It provides all the basic domestic heating and plumbing training you need to start work in the industry.

Level 3 plumbing and heating qualification is aimed at anyone who has already completed the Level 2 qualification, or who already has some relevant experience and knowledge. If you choose gas-related units at Level 3 you will achieve the Gas Safe licence to practise on successful completion of the course.

If you complete a Level 2 Apprenticeship, you may be able to progress onto Level 3.

Level Plumbing Level 2 & Gas & Heating Level 3

- Competence Quali�cation: Level 2 & 3 NVQ - Diploma in Plumbing & Heating- Functional Skills- Employment Rights and Responsibilities.

Qualifications:

01895 853622/ 0208 909 6328apprenticeships@uxbridgecollege.ac.ukapprenticeships@hcuc.harrow.ac.ukwww.westmetskills.co.uk@WestMetSkills

Sample Modules and Content

Frequently Asked Questions

- Understand and carry out site preparation, and pipework fabrication techniques for domestic plumbing and heating systems- Understand and apply domestic cold water system installation and maintenance techniques- Install and maintain domestic plumbing and heating systems- Understand and apply domestic hot water system installation and maintenance techniques

Plumbing Level 2 National Vocational Qualification

Mandatory unit

- Current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and regulations applicable to work in the gas industry- Safe gas and electrical installation, commissioning, decommissioning and/or ongoing service and repair procedures of gas installations and appliances needed to establish the safe operation of the equipment and installation in accordance with industry standards- Gas and electrical theories and procedures involved in the practical installation, commissioning, decommissioning and/or ongoing service and repair of gas installations, appliances and associated equipment.

Gas & Heating Level 3 National Vocational Qualification (NVQ)

How am I assessed?

Assessments are carried out in your workplace. Our assessor will come and assess you in your job role.

Do I already need to have a job to start an apprenticeship?

You should be working a minimum of 30 hours per week in a job. If you are unemployed, view our vacancies to apply for a job: www.uxbridgecollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships or www.harrow.ac.uk/apprenticeships

Can I start an apprenticeship after Year 11?

Yes, you can! Young people in England must stay in education or training until they turn 18. If you’re looking for a different option after Year 11, an apprenticeship could be the answer for you!

How much does an apprenticeship cost?

There is no cost for you to do an apprenticeship if you are 16 years old or over and you will be paid a wage.

View our vacancies to apply

www.uxbridgecollege.ac.uk/apprenticeshipswww.harrow.ac.uk/apprenticeships

Already working?Turn your job into an apprenticeship. Call us on 01895 853622 / 0208 909 6328 to get you started.