How does one become a fully qualified Plumber?

[Bir1812]

Hi all,

I've had this question on my mind for quite sometime but I do not know how to answer it which is how does one become a fully qualified Plumber able to practice his trade? I have tried to research this question but to no avail so I was wondering whether someone who is a qualified Plumber would have the courtesy of answering it for me and future readers.

 

[muggles]

Usual route is to get an apprenticeship with a company, with day release to do your NVQ2 & NVQ3, which will take about four years

 

[Bir1812]

Usual route is to get an apprenticeship with a company, with day release to do your NVQ2 & NVQ3, which will take about four years

Do you need prior qualifications to take the NVQ if so what are they? Also will no prior qualification suffice for taking the NVQ

 

[muggles]

You usually need GCSEs in English & Maths, although some colleges will offer additional training if you're not up to the required standard

 

[Bir1812]

You usually need GCSEs in English & Maths, although some colleges will offer additional training if you're not up to the required standard

So you're not obliged to have a level 2 or 3 Diploma in Plumbing

 

[muggles]

No

 

[picasso]

Be aware it can be a bit of a slog getting work as all employers want experience, the diplomas on their own a almost worthless.