City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing course (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC

The City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing Course (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC has been designed for those people wishing to enter the plumbing industry and gain their full NVQ level 2 in Plumbing. It is actually two courses, City & Guilds 6129 level 2 (done at PPL) and City & Guilds 6089 level 2 (assessed onsite while working). Four stand alone plumbing certificates from LOGIC are also included.

People with limited practical trade experience may gain from taking the Weekend Introduction plumbing course first, although no prior qualifications or experience in plumbing are necessary. If you are considering becoming a plumber then you may wish to see our train to be a plumber page before reviewing this course.

The course is full time (Monday to Friday) for 8 weeks - although it may be taken in weekly blocks if this is more convenient for no extra charge.  PPL also offers a City & Guilds 6129 part-time plumbing course which is run on weekly evening sessions. The City & Guilds 6129 level 2 forms part of the City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing  and is a mandatory prerequisite. After students have successfully completed their 6129 they will then go onto the City & Guilds 6089 NVQ which is taken onsite while they are working (and earning).  The course fees include 2/3 onsite assessments for the City & Guilds 6089 NVQ. Once a student has gained the 6129 and 6089 they are can be classed as a qualified plumber to level 2 NVQ.

The course starts with basic pipe work skills and moves onto more complex plumbing tasks including, airing cupboards, bathroom suites, above ground drainage, central heating installation (no gas/oil), lead work and low carbon steel pipework. It also includes 4 extra qualifications, LOGIC Water Regulations, LOGIC Unvented Hot Water, LOGIC Building Regulations and LOGIC Legionella Prevention certificates, together with business lectures, foundation electrics, tiling and plastering courses.

Theory and practical sessions are mixed on a daily basis with around 3.5 days per week in the practical workshop and the remainder in the classroom. Students are divided into small tutor groups of 6 people led by an experienced plumbing tutor.

The course also contains regular demonstrations, topics include; power flushing, pipe freezing, floorboard lifting, tap maintenance and many more relevant skills. Students also receive a free tool kit and safety equipment pack. This pack contains all the tools and safety equipment you will need on the course. It is yours to take away at the end of the course.

Included free of charge is our 2 Day Pre-part foundation electrics course. This course is aimed at people with limited or no previous electrical experience. It lays the electrical theory and practical foundations for taking the Bpec Defined Scope Part P course or the Bpec Full Scope Part P course. After successfully completing a Part P course and registering with a Part P scheme the person will be able to legally offer electrical work in domestic dwellings together with their plumbing work. The majority of plumbers are asked to carry out minor electrical work such as installing electric showers, central heating wiring or lighting circuits in bathrooms. This work can be sub-contracted out but it means you will be dependant on a sparky turning up. It is much better to be able to offer the work yourself once you are competent and qualified to do so.

All students can choose between:

• 9 month Train now pay later payment plan or
• £500 accomodation voucher or
• £500 training course voucher

On successful completion of the course there is the opportunity of a one week placement with the plumbing company On Tap UK Ltd or a local plumbing company in your area. ON Tap UK Ltd may offer you permanent employment based on your performance on the placement. This part of the course is optional and subject to availability.*

A deposit of £350 is required to reserve a place on this plumbing course with the remaining fees paid in equal instalments in week 1 and week 5 of the course.

The City & Guilds 6129 Plumbing course is part of PPL's no re-assessment fee policy. Should this course take longer than 8 weeks to complete there are no further fees to pay.

After qualifing with PPL you will be able to join Concept's network of sub-contracting insurance claims repair specialists. This work is "recession proof" in dealing with insurance repair work such as flood damage, fire damage, burst pipes, etc. Concept has 138 offices throughout the UK and as a PPL trained plumber, you will join a long established sub-contracting network while enjoying top rates of pay for small and large insurance jobs.

Please take a look at the theory overview tab for this City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing course.

*The optional work placement cannot be guaranteed for students taking our  Buy Now Pay later payment plan. Please see our terms and conditions for more details.

City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC theory overview:

The theory course is taught in our modern, well equipped training rooms and the lively and interactive sessions cover the following topics*:

Module 1 -  Induction to the Course
Course program, registration for the 6129 level 2,  introductions, general procedures for training and assessment.

Module 2 - Health and Safety
The construction industry can be a dangerous place. It is important to know what hazards you may face and how to avoid injury to yourself and others.

Module 3 - Key Plumbing Principles
Basic processes within plumbing involving hand tools, plumbing materials and science

Module 4 - Common Plumbing Processes
Copper tube bending and marking out, pipework materials and various fixing devices. Using a spring and machine bender. Compression and plastic fittings.

Module 5 - Being Self-employed
Taught in an evening session this module covers all the key aspects of being self-employed; tax, VAT, cash flow, marketing and other useful topics to give you the skills required to be a self-employed plumber.

Module 6 - Marketing your Business
This module covers more specific marketing and quoting. Job pricing, debt collecting, gaining local trade links, expanding your business and working on site are just some of the topics covered.

Module 7 - Cold Water Systems
The supply of water to dwellings, water treatment, water regulations. Cold water pipework inside buildings, storage cisterns, draining down and flushing pipework.

Module 8 - Hot Water Systems
Hot water services within dwellings. Properties of hot water, types of hot water systems, air locks,  combination boilers and storage systems.

Module 9 - Central Heating Systems
This module covers all types of common central heating system components and controls (no gas, pipework only). Includes fault finding and water pipework maintenance.

Module 10 - Environmental Awareness
Environmental awareness is an understanding of why it is important to conserve energy, dispose of waste properly and prevent wastage of materials.

Module 11 - Effective Working Relationships
The construction industry and working on sites.

Module 12 - LOGIC Water Regulations (WRAS Approved)
Evening examination for the industry standard LOGIC Water Regulations Certificate.

Module 13 -  Basic Plastering
Covers plastering techniques in repairing skimmed surfaces and plastering tools.

Module 14 - Basic Tiling
Comprehensive tiling theory with workshop time to practice tiling splash backs and repairing broken tiles.

Module 15 - Above Ground Drainage
Covers traps, sanitary systems, soundness, drains and gutter systems.

Module 16 - LOGIC Legionella Prevention and Treatment of Water Systems
Legionella prevention and practical disinfection of water systems, module leads to formal certificate

Module 17 - LOGIC Building Regulations
Leads to a nationally recognised certificate.

Module 18 - Basic Electrical Systems
Covers the required basic electrical theory for the 6129 electrical examination

Module 18 - LOGIC Unvented Hot Water  (WRAS Approved)
This is an additional one day course which is taken after successful completion of the 4 week course. It covers the theory and practical required to sit the Bpec Unvented Hot Water examination. Unlike  some  centres it is done when  you  are experienced and ready, not within 4 weeks.

Module 19 - Pre-part P Foundation Electrical course (2 days)
This free extra 2 day course will give students foundation electrical theory and practical in preparation for taking the Bpec Part P electrical courses.

There are no additional theory modules for the City & Guilds 6089 NVQ part of the course as this is on site assessment based.

Students wishing to gain pre or post course study may wish to browse our plumbing course bookshop.

Please take a moment to look at the Practical Overview tab. 

*PPL Training Ltd. reserve the right to change the contents of any of its courses without notice, some modules may be combined with others for lecturing purposes and others may consist of handouts for student self-study to allow more practical time in the workshop.

City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC practical overview:

6129 Practical sessions:

The practical sessions take place in our modern 8,500 sq feet training centre. After progressing through basic pipework skills students aim to complete 60 practical assessments in plumbing and 12 multiple choice theory papers during the 8 weeks.

We have a trainer to student ratio of 1:6 in the workshop sessions.

There are NVQ Assessors on hand to mark your work to City and Guilds standards. You will be asked to prepare a City and Guilds 6129 Level 2 log for each task including materials list, pipe diagrams and the work you have done. This is then signed off by our NVQ assessors and will count to your 6129 Level 2. It is also possible to include digital photos within the portfolio which can be shown to future employers or customers. As these are signed by qualified assessors so your future employer or customers can be assured that you have reached the required standard.

A full list of practical and theroy tasks for the City & Guilds 6129 Basic Plumbing Certificate Level 2 can be downloaded by clicking on the icon below (opens in a new window or right click on icon and 'Save As' to a location on your computer):

 Click here to download the 6129 plumbing course task sheet (1.1MB) 

6089 Onsite assessments:

After completing the first part of the course you will then be assessed onsite over a 4 - 6 month period.

Included in the course fees are up to 2/3 on site assessments anywhere in the UK.

A full list of practical and theory tasks for the City & Guilds 6089 NVQ in Plumbing can be downloaded by clicking on the icon below (opens in a new window or right click on icon and 'Save As' to a location on your computer):

 Click here to download the 6089 plumbing course task sheet (1.1MB)

It will open in a separate webpage if you have a pdf reader installed on your PC/MAC. If you do not have a pdf reader please visit the link below to get a free copy:

Please see our FAQs section for more information on the City & Guilds 6129 Plumbing course.

City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing course (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC, FAQs:

Key course facts:

Course times: 9am until 4.30pm with 1 hour for lunch (Mon 10am start)
Course duration: 8 weeks (Monday - Friday) plus onsite
Flexible training: Yes, can be taken in weekly blocks for no extra fees
Payment: £350 Deposit payable on booking, balance in 2 instalments
Assessment: Closed book multiple choice (12) and practical assessments (65)
Valid for: Lifetime

Q - Do you have open days so I can visit the centre?

A - Yes of course! You may visit our centre at any time, just phone and we will book you an appointment. 

Q - Do you offer a work placement after I have completed the course?

A - Yes, on successful completion of the 8 week course you will have the opportunity of a one week placement with plumbing company On Tap UK Ltd or a local PPL trained plumber in your area. This part of the course is optional.

Q - I have no qualifications, do I need any to take the City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC?

A - Our trainees come from a wide range of backgrounds. You don’t need any qualifications, just a willingness to learn and a good sense of humour.

Q - Can I split the 8 weeks into weekly blocks and would I pay extra for this?

A - Yes, no problem - and No, we do not charge extra for split courses.

Q - What type of assessments are they for the 6129 at PPL?

A - Multiple choice examinations (12) and practical assessments (60)

Q - What happens if I do not complete the 6089 in two or three onsite visits?

A - Included in the course fees are 2/3 onsite visits for the 6089 NVQ. If you require more, they are charged each at £250 plus vat (plus reasonable travelling expenses). The majority of students complete the 6089 in 2 onsite visits.

Q - I am planning on commuting to your centre but I live miles away, are you flexible on hours?

A - The teaching hours are 9.00am to approx 4.30pm. We start at 10am on a Monday and finish earlier on a Friday (3pm) so you can beat the weekend rush.

Q - What about support after the course?

A - We provide a free help line for technical support with any plumbing questions you may encounter. You can also email us plans/diagrams of installations with any questions you have.

Q - What happens if I fail to complete within the 8 weeks?

A - You can stay as long as you wish until you finish for no extra charges.

Q - I have difficulty reading and writing, can you help?

A - Yes, we will give you private one to one support and additional time, but not the answers!

Q - How do I get more information about the City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC?

A - Call us on 0845 2600 966 or request a brochure pack

Q- How do I book a place on the City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC?

A - Book online for your chosen date or call us on 0845 2600 966.

Q- Where do people come from to take City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC?

A - We train people from all over the UK to take City & Guilds NVQ 2 in Plumbing (6129 & 6089) with LOGIC; York, Leeds, Newcastle, Barnsley, Hull, Sheffield, Manchester, Scunthorpe, Nottingham, Chesterfield, Stockport, Liverpool, Bolton, Oldham, Warrington, Huddersfield, Dewsbury, Halifax, Harrogate, Derby, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, Darlington, Rotherham, Doncaster, Nottingham, Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, East Yorkshire, Humberside, Grimsby, Cleveland, Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Lincoln, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Northern England, Midlands, Birmingham, West Midlands; they come from national plumbing and heating companies, self-employed plumbers, builders, gas engineers, solar electrical engineers and renewable energy engineers, London, South East, Bristol, Birmingham, UK.

For more general frequently asked questions please see our main FAQ page or call us on 0845 2600 966.