This apprenticeship is ideal for practical people who like solving problems. You'll learn how to install hot and cold water and how to maintain a central heating system. Discover what it means to work with different weathering systems and the latest plumbing technology. Whether you’re working in a commercial, industrial or residential building, the apprenticeship can help to expand your plumbing knowledge.
Scotland’s plumbing industry is one of the most diverse sectors in the country, so there are plenty of job opportunities. Become a project manager and supervise your own plumbing team. Work as a chartered engineer and develop your own engineering solutions.
What's the qualification?
You will gain a qualification at SCQF level 7 in domestic plumbing and heating. The qualification includes:
- Core units of an SVQ in domestic plumbing and heating at SCQF level 7.
- Work experience in a practical and dynamic industry
What will I learn?
During your apprenticeship, you'll learn how to:
- Install hot and cold water
- Manage central heating systems
- Work with different weathering systems
- Increase your own plumbing knowledge
- Carry out best plumbing practices
You will also develop the following core skills:
- Communication
- Time management
- Team work
- Problem-solving
These transferrable skills are useful for working in other jobs such as sales engineer and estimator.
Where could it take me?
This Modern Apprenticeship gives you different options. Carry on your studies with another plumbing qualification or get a job in the plumbing industry.
Further education: Study for a relevant industry certification scheme or apply for a plumbing degree at university. Your experience will support your application.
Straight to work: Use your qualifications to get a plumbing job. Several have been listed:
- Estimator
- Project manager
- Chartered engineer
- Sales engineer
- Site manager
- Workshop supervisor
- Technician
Entry requirements
To qualify for this apprenticeship, you need to pass an industry approved multiple choice entry test. You need to achieve a 70% pass mark. It includes:
- A spatial awareness test
- A calculation and measurement test
Duration
This Modern Apprenticeship usually takes around 3 years to complete.