Advanced Selection Preferences

What do the levels mean?

  • Level 1
  • Level 2
  • Level 3
  • Level 4
  • Level 5
  • Level 6
  • Level 7

Entry requirements:

Generally at least 4 GCSEs at A*-G (or equivalent), although some courses may require no formal qualifications. There will be an interview and/or assessment.

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

Level 1 qualifications

Progression:

Further courses at Level 1 or 2

Entry requirements:

At least 4 GCSEs at A*-D or an equivalent Level 1 qualification. There will be an interview and/or assessment.

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 2, NVQ Level 2 Diploma or Apprenticeship

Progression:

Level 3 course, Advanced Apprenticeship, Employment

Entry requirements:

At least 4 GCSEs at A*-C (English and Maths preferred) or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit or Distinction Level. There will be an interview and/or assessment.

Duration:

2 Years

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 3 (and Extended Level 3), NVQ Level 3 Diploma or Advanced Apprenticeship

Progression:

Higher Education: Degree/HND/HNC, NVQ Level 4, Higher Apprenticeship, Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 3 qualification

Duration:

1 or 2 Years

Qualifications you could gain:

HNC, CertHE, NVQ Level 4 or Higher Apprenticeship

Progression:

BTEC Level 5 qualification or Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 4 qualification

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 5 Diploma, DipHE, NVQ Level 5, HND or Foundation Degree

Progression:

BTEC Level 6 qualification or Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 5 qualification

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BA (Honours) Degree

Progression:

BTEC Level 7 qualification or Employment

Entry requirements:

Level 6 qualification

Duration:

1 Year

Qualifications you could gain:

BTEC Level 7 Diploma

Progression:

Employment

Information for general guidance purposes only, course entry criteria may vary.

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Advanced Apprenticeship in Plumbing

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Who is the course suitable for?

This course is suitable for those who are progressing from the Intermediate Apprenticeship in Plumbing. Applicants must be employed in the plumbing and heating industry, with duties including being responsible for completing, overseeing and organising work to install, service, maintain and commission domestic plumbing and heating systems, components and gas-fired water and central heating appliances.

What is required to join this course?

- 5 GCSEs grade A*-C including Maths and English or the equivalent
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating or a minimum of two years relevant experience
AND
- Successful College interview/assessment
- Show enthusiasm and motivation to commit to the course

What will I learn, how will I be assessed and what qualifications will I achieve?

You will have the opportunity to study:
- Specific core installation and maintenance
- Understand core gas safety principles for natural gas in domestic Building Services Engineering
- Install, commission, service and maintain domestic plumbing and heating systems
- Understand and apply domestic sanitation system installation, commissioning, service and maintenance techniques
- Understand and apply domestic central heating system installation, commissioning, service and maintenance techniques

How will the course be taught?

Assessment is continuous throughout the course. There will be exams and ongoing practical assessment at College and in the workplace. Apprentices will be required to gather evidence from their workplace.

What are the career/progression opportunities?

- Higher Education/University
- On successful completion of the course you will be eligible for Gas Safe registration
- Further employment in the industry, either as an employee or self-employed

How to enrol and about reduced fees?

To enrol on a course, please drop in to our Admissions department at the main site, Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, and one of our advisors will be pleased to help you. Alternatively you can telephone (023) 8091 1299.

Payment is accepted by cheque, credit or debit card at the time of enrolment.

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For further information telephone 023 8091 1299 or visit www.eastleigh.ac.uk