Plumbing - Level 1 - Gravesend

North Kent College

Oakfield Lane, DARTFORD, DA1 2JT

National Diploma (BTEC)

Level 1

Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Monday, 08 September 2025

North Kent College Gravesend

1 Year(s)

Full time

Not applicable

No Availability

Application Instructions

Applications Open - 26th September 2025

Applications Close - 14th August 2026 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through KentChoices

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Course Summary

Students will be assessed through multi-choice exams, workshop portfolio.

Course Details

This course combines Plumbing theory and practice at Level 1. Subjects taught and assessed include: hot and cold water, basic plumbing principles and processes and effective working relationships. Our Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Students will be assessed through multi-choice exams, workshop portfolio.

Entry requirements

A good school report. Maths & English at grade 4 or above & at least 2 additional GCSEs (to include a Science) at grade 3 or above, or Building Services Engineering L1 or equivalent. A good command of English Language is needed. In addition, all students If you don’t have formal qualifications to meet these requirements, we will be able to assess your readiness during the admission process.

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