This advanced 9-day plumbing course is designed for beginners and career changers who want intensive, hands-on plumbing training in a realistic working environment. Over the course, you will install two full bathroom suites, solder copper pipe and fittings, hang and connect a radiator to a heating system, and build the practical skills and confidence needed to carry out plumbing work safely and correctly.
Practical, real-world plumbing training: delivered by an experienced plumber with extensive industry experience — so you learn methods used on real jobs, not classroom theory.
One course, flexible outcome: you attend the same 9 day practical plumbing course, then choose how you complete it:
You don’t need to decide in advance — you can choose the best option for you during the course.
If you’re still comparing routes, you can view all options on our plumbing training courses page.
This 9-day intensive plumbing course is designed to give you a strong understanding of domestic plumbing systems, correct installation methods, fault finding and job planning, preparing you for real-world plumbing work.
You attend the same practical course whether you choose no certificate, the AIM Qualifications unit certificate, or the City & Guilds Level 1 Award.
This knowledge underpins the practical work you complete during the course and helps you avoid costly mistakes when working on real jobs.
This course is highly practical. You will complete all work in your own individual training bay using professional tools and materials in realistic working conditions.
You complete the same practical work regardless of whether you choose no certificate, the AIM certificate or the City & Guilds qualification.
You will complete multiple installations during the course, giving you the repetition, confidence and practical ability needed to carry out plumbing work safely after training.
Ongoing tutor support is included: you can contact your tutor by phone, email or WhatsApp, or visit the training centre after completing the course.
Yes.
On completion of the course, you will receive an attendance certificate confirming the practical training and skills you have undertaken.
You attend the same 9 day plumbing course, then choose whether to complete it:
AIM Qualifications Level 3 unit certificate (+£100): This provides recognised evidence of training and can contribute towards the Level 3 Certificate in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills.
City & Guilds Level 1 Award (+£250): This is a recognised qualification completed during the 9 day course, with additional assessment and some home study required.
Important: The AIM certificate is a single trade unit, and the City & Guilds award is a Level 1 qualification. Neither is a full plumbing qualification on its own.
If you are unsure which option is right for you, we are happy to advise based on your goals.
A £150 deposit secures your place. The remaining balance is payable four weeks before your course start date. Payment can be made by card, bank transfer or PayPal.
Start dates:
Reserve list available for courses which are full. Extra dates will be added to meet demand.
Your 9-day plumbing course is taught by Steve, a time-served plumbing, heating and gas engineer with over 30 years’ trade experience.
Steve began his plumbing apprenticeship in 1986 and has worked consistently across domestic and commercial plumbing, heating and gas installations.
He joined Construction Skills College in 2007 and has since trained hundreds of beginners and career changers.
Unlike many instructors, Steve still runs his own plumbing business, meaning the techniques, systems and problem-solving methods taught on this course reflect real-world working practices.
The 9-day course allows Steve to go deeper into heating systems, fault-finding, radiator work and bathroom installations — giving learners the confidence to progress beyond basic plumbing tasks.
We ask all learners to complete a feedback form at the end of their course, and the results are published transparently.
Recent plumbing course feedback highlights:
Recent learner feedback:
“I would recommend this course to others, left feeling confident in my knowledge and ability. Great atmosphere, very well set up, with individual space to work independently.”
J Trewick, 9 Day Plumbing Course, February 2026
“Good fun and many new skills learned. Pipe connections, overview of water and heating systems and then putting it into practice were especially useful. Repetition and checking to confirm understanding by Steve was excellent.”
H Finn, 9 Day Plumbing Course, February 2026
“I feel I have learnt a lot and most tradespeople or homeowners would solve a lot of plumbing issues once finishing this course. Hands-on, straightforward learning and clear explanations.”
M Townsend, 9 Day Plumbing Course, February 2026
“I learnt so much knowledge and skills with regards to plumbing and heating. The most useful parts were installing a bathroom suite and understanding heating systems and radiators.”
R Gurung, 9 Day Plumbing Course, February 2026
“Everything from start to finish was excellent. Good value for money, learnt loads of useful information and a very good learning environment.”
A Blundren, 9 Day Plumbing Course, February 2026
“Good combination of theory and practical. Comprehensive introduction to plumbing. I learnt a significant amount and would recommend this course to others.”
C Kettler, 9 Day Plumbing Course, February 2026
You can view more feedback from previous plumbing students on our dedicated feedback page. All completed feedback forms are also kept at our training centre and can be viewed during a visit.
Yes. This course is designed for complete beginners as well as those with limited experience. We start with the basics and quickly build your skills through practical, hands-on training.
You attend the same 9 day plumbing course, then choose whether to complete it with no certificate, an AIM Qualifications Level 3 unit certificate titled “Plumbing Skills” (+£100), or the City & Guilds Level 1 Award in Construction Skills (Plumbing) (+£250).
The AIM certificate is a Level 3 unit certificate that provides recognised evidence of training and can contribute towards the Level 3 Certificate in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills. The City & Guilds qualification is a widely recognised Level 1 qualification often chosen for progression or employment.
You complete the City & Guilds qualification during the 9 day course, with additional assessments and some home study required. There is no need to attend a separate course.
No. All tools, materials and equipment are provided during the course.
You will leave with practical skills and confidence to carry out plumbing tasks safely and correctly. Many learners begin with smaller jobs such as repairs or installations and continue building experience from there.
This 9-day course is more intensive and allows you to complete more installations in a shorter time, making it the best option if you want to progress more quickly.
Yes. Many learners move on to additional plumbing, tiling or bathroom installation courses, especially if they want to offer full bathroom refurbishment services.
Yes. You are welcome to visit the training centre while courses are running so you can see the training environment and the standard of work produced.
Our success stories highlight the remarkable journeys of our learners — from enrolling in our courses to achieving tangible, real-world outcomes. Whether it’s a career change, skill development, or personal growth, their achievements inspire us all.
Success Stories
We value every voice. The feedback we receive helps us grow, improve, and continue delivering the best possible experience. Here’s what our learners have to say about their journey with us.
Feedback
Choosing the right training centre is key to reaching your goals. At Construction Skills College, we provide expert instructors, practical hands-on training, and tailored support to boost your success. When you compare our course content with others, you’ll see we cover more in the same or less time. We achieve this by minimizing classroom sessions and focusing on real-world practical work—not small, low-value projects that don’t prepare you for actual job sites.
Choosing A Training CentreNo prior experience is required for our 5, 9, or 10-day training courses, as they are specifically designed for individuals with little to no previous experience.
For NVQ assessments, you must be actively working in the trade, as assessments are conducted in the workplace.
There a couple of training centres who offer similar courses and qualifications which are cheaper than ours, but compare what is covered during the course. You will find these centres teach you what you need to pass an assessment rather than also teach you the skills needed to complete work in the real world. If unsure please contact us and we can discuss the course content of both centres and advice what is best for your future aims.
There are also some training centres offering courses which are longer in duration than ours and cost more than ours, but they don’t actually cover more than we do. They spend more time talking than doing.
We have designed our courses to be intensive and comprehensive with what is covered. We appreciate time is precious and so ensure we fit as much as we can into each course and give you after course support as well.
The courses are fairly priced, taking into account the amount of materials used on the courses and the high level of teaching by experienced trades people.
You are investing time and money to learn and develop your skill set and we are here to help you succeed. We have been helping people change careers and complete projects on their own properties for over 20 years.
Yes, you’re welcome to arrange a visit to our training centre whilst a course is running. If possible, visiting near the end of a course is ideal, as you’ll see the quality of work produced by people on the course. Whilst at the centre we can explain what is completed during the course and answer any questions you may have.
After completing your course you could progress into employment or self-employment. A number of our learners are now working for a company completing work related to trades they studies at our training centre.
Many more have progressed into self-employment, either in a trade specific role such as a plasterer or a plumber, or combining their skills to become a bathroom installer, a kitchen installer, property developer or working in property maintenance.
Others have progressed into further education to gain gas-safe qualifications, further electrical qualifications and NVQs.
Please feel free to contact us to discuss your aims after completing your course.
Support provided when choosing a course
We will provide you with as much information, advice and guidance as we possibly can and if we are not able to offer you the course that best suits your needs or give you the information you require we will signpost you to somewhere that is able to. We do not pressure you to book onto any course and if we feel that you would be better suited to a course we do not offer then we will give you the contact information of a college that does.
Hopefully the majority of the information you require is available on this website but if you have any questions at all then please contact us and we will help in any way we can.
We would like to invite you to attend the training centre to view the facilities and discuss the course with both the tutors and current learners. We suggest if possible that you visit our centre towards the end of a course as people in general are always happy at the beginning of training and you want to make sure that they are as happy at the end of the course. When you visit you will be free to discuss the course with current learners on a 1-to-1 basis, if someone has paid good money or used limited funding to attend a course and they are not happy they will definitely tell you. If you visit towards the end of a course you will also be able to see the standard that everyone on the course has achieved.
One of the most popular comments we receive on questionnaires is that people did not expect to reach the high standard that they do on a course, it is also one of the most popular negative comments that we receive by people who are not aware of what we offer as they will say ‘you won’t be any good after 10 days’, if you yourself are unsure then why not pop down for a pressure free look around.
During Training
During your time with us every member of staff will do their best to help you achieve your aims. You will be provided with supporting literature relating to your trade and have access to further reading to research the trade further in your own time.
If you struggle on any element of the course then we will provide additional training at no extra cost to ensure that you reach the required standard.
If you have any learning difficulties or disabilities or have any physical difficulties or disabilities then we will support you throughout and this additional support will remain between the centre and the individual. The majority of the training courses are practical based but if you do have any concerns then please contact the centre.
We will also provide you with additional information, advice and guidance relating to progression routes available after completing the course including further training, finding employment and starting to work for yourself. Whilst on a course please contact a member of staff if you require any further in information. Whilst you are at the centre there may be other courses running so if you have any questions relating to another trade please feel free to speak to the relevant tutor – they are all here to help you.
After Training
We will continue supporting you after you have completed a course with us and you can contact us either by email, phone, WhatsApp or in person to discuss any aspects that you covered on your course. For example you may wish to contact us to clarify how to complete a job or how to price a job or maybe to ask for information on writing a business plan.
Your tutors will give you their contact telephone numbers and email address so if you have any questions at all you can give them a call. It is invaluable to have this continuous support available and will give you the confidence to complete work away from the centre.
If you have access to ELC funding, we are an approved ELC learning provider.
Funding is currently available for our 6-week plastering course—please contact us for details.
Unfortunately, we do not offer funding for our other courses at this time.
Absolutely, our courses are hands-on and focused on equipping you with the practical skills needed to perform jobs independently outside our training centre. While there is some theory included, it’s kept minimal and directly relevant to the trade you’re learning—not theory for its own sake. The only entirely theory-based course is the Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment, which is an online course completed at your own pace.
We have one training centre located in Stoke-on-Trent. We are not affiliated with any other training centres in the UK.
We are honestly worth travelling too. Nearby there are hotels, B&Bs, Airbnb, campsites, etc. You can stay from £125 a week.
You can enrol by contacting us directly at 01782 837007, emailing us at enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk, or using the “Book Now” option on our website.
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