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Skilled tradespeople are always in demand in the UK and the rest of the world. With the UK’s ever-increasing housing stock providing lots of potential customers, and the opportunity to earn while you learn and make plenty of money once you qualify, becoming a plumber is a great career move for so many reasons.
Whether you’re fresh out of school or looking to retrain later in life, you’ll want to read our essential guide to carving out a career as a plumber.
There are a number of access routes to becoming a plumber in the UK. Many choose to complete a college course, with the Level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating, and T Level in Building Services Engineering for Construction just some of the courses that can be explored.
Others may prefer to work while they earn with an apprenticeship. An apprenticeship in plumbing and domestic heating may take up to 4 years to complete, but the experience gained on placement is invaluable. You can also choose to rise through the ranks and learn on the job by becoming a plumber’s assistant or ‘mate’.
If you aren’t a plumber, but have years of expertise and associated qualifications in a related trade, the best route to gaining plumbing experience is to apply direct. This is suitable for those who currently or have worked in the building, heating or ventilation engineering sectors.
Upon qualification, you may wish to gain additional certification. Plumbers certified by professional and industry bodies tend to promote trust and with this, gain more business.
The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) can help you access professional development and accreditation. Other membership benefits include use of their logo and designatory letter, entry on the Register of Plumbers (RP) and the Register of Heating Professionals (RHP), and access to various resources and discounts.
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