Orael Institute, London

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician – Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship

About The Course

This apprenticeship is ideal if you have already completed the Level 2 qualification, or have some relevant experience and knowledge. If you choose gas-related units at Level 3 you will achieve the Gas Safe license on successful completion of the course.

As an advanced apprentice, you will complete and oversee work to install, service, maintain and commission a variety of water, heating, and general plumbing-related activities. You will work with minimum supervision and have a good record of safety, and fault correction and be able to ensure your work meets the required standard.

Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, you could go on to study towards a Level 4 Foundation Degree in Building Services.

Duration: 2 Years
Location: Workplace and the institute
Sector: Construction

WHAT WILL THE APPRENTICE STUDY?

With this pathway you will cover units on;

  • Building services engineering
  • Complex cold water
  • Complex hot water
  • Complex central heating
  • Electrical installations
  • Sanitation
  • Onsite commissioning Solar Pathway:
  • Environmental principles
  • Solar exam
  • Installation
  • Commissioning exam

WHAT WILL I NEED?

You will need:

  • To be aged 16 or older
  • To be employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week with 20% of your normal working hours set aside for you to complete your training and study
  • GCSEs at grade 4 or above in English and Maths or Functional Skills at Level 2 in English and Maths

All applicants must have an interview and assessment in English and Maths to confirm that the apprenticeship is suitable for them.

Employers may also set additional entry requirements, as a prerequisite to working with them.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Apprenticeships are assessed by classroom study coursework and assessments along with on-the-job practicals.

OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE

Typical job roles an apprentice can progress to:

  • Plumber
  • Domestic Heating Engineer 
  • Domestic Heating Installer and Domestic Heating Installer
  • Plumbing and Domestic Heating Engineer

By the end of this apprenticeship, the candidate will have satisfied the requirements for registration as EngTech by the Engineering Council through The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) and or The Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

On completion of the health and safety assessment, as determined, by the assessment plan, the candidate will have satisfied the requirements to obtain a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card through the Joint Industry Board for Plumbing and Mechanical Engineering Services (JIB-PMES) at the appropriate grade.

APPLICATION PROCESS

WHEN SHOULD I APPLY?
We recommend you apply at least three months before the programme starts to guarantee your place. The application form will take approximately 15 to 30 minutes to complete.

WHEN WILL I HEAR BACK FROM YOU?
We’ll acknowledge receipt of your application by email within 48 hours, if it’s received during normal working hours (Mon-Fri – 09:00-18:00 GMT). We will review and respond to your application within two working days. We do this in order of receipt and acceptance is not automatic.

CAN I RESERVE A PLACE?
Yes. We can hold a provisional place for you for up to two weeks, but be aware that completed applications take priority and programmes often fill up several months in advance. You can reserve a place online, by phone or by email. Tel: +44 749 199 3874 Email: admin@oraelinstitute.com

WHAT ARE YOUR LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS?
The programme is taught in English, so a good working knowledge of the language is essential. If English is not your first language, we may ask you for evidence of your proficiency.

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
If you have any more questions, please read our FAQs here.
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