Plumbing and Heating

Modern Apprenticeship

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What's Plumbing and Heating like?

This apprenticeship is ideal for practical people who like solving problems. You'll learn how to:

What's the qualification?

SCQF Level 7

You'll gain a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF level 7 in Plumbing and Heating.

Your qualification includes:

  • core units of an SVQ in Domestic Plumbing and Heating at SCQF Level 7

  • work experience in a practical and dynamic industry 

SCQF qualification levels explained

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'll also develop the following core skills:   

  • communication

  • time management 

  • teamwork 

  • 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 job in the plumbing and heating industry. These include:

  • estimator 

  • project manager 

  • chartered engineer 

  • sales engineer 

  • technician

  • site manager 

  • workshop supervisor

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

How does it work?

You’ll learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. You’ll also study with a college or another learning provider. 

How long will it take?

This Modern Apprenticeship usually takes around 3 years to complete.

How to apply

Use the 'Find vacancies near you' search at the end of this page to look for vacancies, then you can apply online.

You'll apply on Apprenticeships.scot or the company’s own website – there are details on the vacancy advert.

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