City & Guilds 6189 Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing & Heating - Weekends

Able Skills is an established, approved City & Guilds Training Centre and as such, is able to offer you the opportunity to obtain the City & Guilds 6189 - Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing & Heating using weekend training - this is now the industry recognised entry level to the plumbing sector.

The 6189 level 2 course starts with basic pipe work skills and moves onto more complex plumbing tasks, including airing cupboards, bathroom suites, above ground sanitation, central heating installation (no gas/oil) and low carbon steel.

The various tasks set will provide you with the skills to undertake such work competently and safely once you are working as a Plumber.

This C&G 6189 Plumbing qualification forms the basis of knowledge for all modern domestic plumbing and is the starting point for anyone looking for a career in plumbing. Many training providers will try and sell you City & Guilds 6022 or 6032 as an equivalent or as industry recognised qualifications but they are not. These courses will not provide you with the skills or knowledge a plumber needs.

We are aware that there are many training centres in the UK offering the plumbing award 6189 and we would advise caution when you are ready to book a course like this.

Things to check before you book:

• We recommend that you confirm the Training Centres City & Guilds Registration number and also that you enquire as to the qualifications of their staff.
• In order for your plumbing course to run swiftly and smoothly, you should ensure that your chosen training centre has qualified Instructors, Assessors and Internal Verifiers.
• Better still, visit the centre and view the facilities available.
• You should be allowed access to see the training bays, chat to instructors and additionally, any existing students.
• Lastly, confirm the timing of your course. If your intended course is to be achieved in blocks then be sure that you can return at a time of your choice and that you will not be left waiting for months on end.

This qualification is Industry standard and should sell itself. You should not have to endure heavy duty salesmen tactics either at a training facility or in your home.

This course is available on a 2 weekend on and 2 weekend off basis.

This plumbing qualification course is a mixture of practical workshop and classroom training and will cover all the following units:

Safe Working Practices

• Effective Communication
• Environmental Protection Measures
• Scientific Principles
• Site Preparation Techniques
• Cold Water
• Hot Water
• Central Heating Systems
• Rainwater Systems
• Above Ground Sanitation

Following training in all of the above units, assessment will be by a variety of methods including closed book on-line exams, open book on-line exams and practical assessments undertaken within the training centre.

All practical assessments are recorded, photographed and signed off by Able Skills qualified assessors, this is over seen by Able Skills own qualified Internal Verifiers. This system ensures that the entire course, practical through to written/online exams is carried out here on site at Able Skills and without delay.

Throughout your training we will provide all tools and materials required for you to successfully complete your assessments. All we ask is that you ensure that you have protective footwear and fire-retardant overalls are mandatory for this course.

We will also provide you with the recommended reading material: Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Plumbing Candidate Handbook by JTL.

This reference book will provide you with all the relevant information required to successfully complete this plumbing course. If you use this reference book as recommended by your instructor, it will help you achieve your goal.

If you are still undecided about a career in plumbing, why not try our 5 day intensive plumbing course first. This will give you a good insight into what is required to undertake plumbing tasks successfully.

If from that you decide to progress to the 6189 and a career as a plumber, this will prove to be useful when you undertake some of your practical assessments.

Able Skills prides itself in our continuing success in delivering City & Guilds plumbing training and our pass rate is excellent. We are keen to ensure that all attendees on all courses receive the highest quality of training and support to give them the best possible chance of passing any exams and assessments.

We have relevant staff in place to cater for any difficulties you may encounter, including provision of readers for paper and online exams.

Progression opportunities at Able Skills:

Many Plumbing jobs which you will undertake will automatically require some kind of additional or remedial work and it may be in your interest to be able to offer a complete service or as many as you can master:
Upon completion of this plumbing qualification, Able Skills can also offer training in other areas.

Domestic Electrics

We have a dedicated Electrical centre where you will be able to undertake training for Part P, this will be a requirement should you want to carry out any electrical work within Kitchens and Bathrooms.

Gas

Additionally, we also have a dedicated Gas Centre which will provide you with the opportunity to learn about how you can competently work on gas appliances. This Managed Learning programme allows you to return at a later date to undergo assessments for CCN1 and appliances with a view to applying for Gas Safe registration.

This will apply after you have spent time working alongside a Gas Safe registered Engineer who will act as an onsite recorder and sign all portfolio evidence. Able Skills are in a position to provide you with a Gas placement with our sister company: Able On-Time Services.

If you know at the outset that you would like to follow both a Plumbing and Gas career, we do offer a complete package of training incorporating this Plumbing qualification, Plumbing Regulations training, Gas Training/Portfolio/Assessment which can be achieved at weekends.

Renewable Technologies

Alternatively, if you have taken an interest in the UKs drive on reducing carbon emissions and you would like to contribute to the 2020 target to reduce these emissions, you may be interested in one or more of the many Renewable Technology courses which we can deliver in our dedicated Renewable Energy training centre.

Plastering

Maybe being able to plaster any areas affected during a plumbing installation is needed, we can offer plastering courses.

Tiling

After you have installed a bathroom suite or made some plumbing adjustments in a kitchen or WC, it may be more financially cost effective for you to undertake any tiling requirements. We offer a variety of tiling courses and maybe just some basic tiling skills could be all you need.

Come and see for yourself!

We are very confident in the structure of our 6189 and as such, we welcome all visitors to Able Skills at any time; we are open 7 days per week. Please feel free to visit us and view our facilities for yourself, we do not ask you to make an appointment and you will not be greeted by salesmen in suits.

We will arrange for you to have any questions answered by our qualified plumber assessors and allow you to spend time deciding if plumbing is the career for you and if Able Skills is where you want to train.

Course Structure: Able Skills Weekend City & Guilds 6189 Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing & Heating is an instructor lead course. The training period is 18 weekends (Sat & Sun) undertaken on a 2 weekend on / 2 weekend off basis and is completed with a 9 day block training period at the end.

Cost and Duration of City & Guilds 6189 Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing & Heating - Weekends

Duration: 20 Weekends

• Cost: £3,995.00 Inc VAT
• £500 Deposit payable
• Please call us for our easy installment plans.

Additional Information

Able Skills is open 7 days every week and most courses can be completed either through the week (Mon-Fri) or at weekends (Sat-Sun) – Please call for details

A deposit will secure your start date and any balance can be paid on the start date or spread over the period of your training – Interest Free!

For all workshop based training and/or assessment we recommend suitable clothing and for your safety, protective footwear is essential.

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Jaclyn T

I took the 5 day intensive plumbing course and it was hands on straight away which was great. I learnt so much more than I expected to. Mikes a great teacher and gave us practical, realistic tips and advice too. Great course!

Paul W

I found Able Skills online. I did my research and found them to be the most professional. The course was value for money and met with all my expectations. They offered good concise information in a relaxed environment. I will be recommending Able Skills to others. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and may consider another course in the future.

Paul G

I attended the City & Guilds 6035 Level 2 Plumbing Course. The course was 6 weeks and during this time the Tutor was very good, very experienced with a lot of real-life knowledge rather than purely book. They offer a good environment and facilities. I would consider training there again and would recommend them to anyone considering Plumbing or construction training.

Ben B

I took the C&G Level 2 6035 Plumbing course. I have been wanting to do this course for ages, was more than happy with every part of the course, from the theory to all the practical. I have learnt so so much and didn’t realise how in depth and technical plumbing is until I started. It was all made easier across the board from the patience and teaching of Jim Singleton, I have never met someone with so much knowledge, he made the whole experience fun as well as informative.

Guy A

The C&G 6035 Plumbing course was value for money and met with all my expectations. Good tuition, Jim was like an open book, but at the same time didn’t spoon feed me. He made me have to understand the principle of system, not just know it.

Bhimprasad P

I took the 8 week plumbing City & Guilds Level 2 course, it was brilliant! The instructor of the course was very kind and helpful. I really enjoyed my time during the 8 weeks I trained with Able Skills. I would recommend them to others and consider taking another course with them.

Richard B

I took the 5 day plumbing course. I chose Able Skills because they had a good price for training and excellent feedback.

I found the training to be very useful. Mick was a very helpful instructor and went out of his way to explain any additional elements required  which are generally not covered in the course.  

Drew P

Able skills seemed to be the most comprehensive when comparing training centres online. The 5 day introduction to plumbing course offered a huge amount of practical skills in a relatively short period of time. A great course for practical understanding of domestic plumbing, value for money and i would certainly consider their other courses.

Anthony Andres

I took the 5 day plumbing  course after a friend recommended them to me. The trainer was friendly and extremely helpful with all aspects of the course. The facilities are good and I feel like the content of the course was suitable for the aims. I will be recommending.

Joseph B – 8 week 6129 Plumbing Course

Jim was an excellent tutor, very understanding – I learned a lot from him and will certainly be recommending him to family and friends.   I would not change one thing about my course, keep up the good work!

Richard P – Homestudy 6129 Plumbing Course

Able Skills were my choice of training centre due to the value for money and the flexibility offered for training.  I choose the homestudy option which allows me to study at my own pace, when I am ready to complete an assessment or exam I can choose which week I train which makes it easier for me with work commitments.  Whilst in the centre I make a lot of progress and really enjoy the week!

Gobardhan R

I took the C&G Plumbing Course. I found Able Skills through the CTP Website. I Chose to train with them as I had heard good things about them from my colleague. The course was value for money . Coming from a different background, I initially found the course difficult. My Instructor was Jim, and he helped me a lot. When I got the basics right, everything flowed smoothly. I will definitely come back for more courses and recommend to others.

Yubraj G

I heard about Able Skills through a family member. They were the most recognised training centre and were willing to help. As I was totally new to the plumbing course, I found the instructor Jim to be excellent. He managed to teach beginners like myself and others with some plumbing knowledge effortlessly. His skills were always on top. It’s all about understanding not just doing. Thank you Jim.

Alan M

I took the Plumbing Course C&G 6129 with Jim Singleton. I heard about Able Skills through my Brother. Jim was a great instructor and had excellent knowledge of all plumbing work. Thank you again Jim for your 8 weeks of hard work. P.s I will be back.

Dominic B

The facilities are excellent and the accommodation is very reasonable. Jim is an excellent teacher and has a lot of knowledge. His teaching methods are excellent and he was very helpful, down to earth and I could not get through the course without his expertise. The office staff were also very friendly and helpful. Thanks Jim for your expertise and patience through the course.

Simon K

I found Able Skills through Google. I did consider another training provider, but was put off due to their pushy sales team. Able Skills were very friendly and informative on the phone, they were happy for me to make my mind up, whereas the other company hassled me for money. Important factors for me to consider when choosing the right facility was location, price and the ability to add Part P electrics to the end of my course. The course was value for money and met with all my expectations. The facilities here are very good and it’s nice to have your own bay to work in. There’s a lot of kit to play with which is far better than just reading in a book. The course was very informative and Jim is an excellent Tutor. He takes the time to show you how to do something and explain things in layman’s terms. He is excellent at getting the information across and making sense of the book, without Jims explanation the book is a quick reference tool. I’m sure all the other course tutors are just as good but I am very pleased that Jim taught me. He is a wealth of knowledge and easy to talk to. I can’t fault the way Able Skills operates as it seems to run excellently. The course is very good and the classroom time is just enough. I will definitely consider using Able Skills again in the future for other trades I feel would benefit myself. I would not hesitate to recommend Able Skills and Jim to anyone else tahts looking to start up in plumbing.

Adrian S

Jim Singleton was my tutor, his style of teaching both practical and in the classroom was clear and concise. He covered all aspects of the course in great detail and had a knack of making it all easy to understand. His practical knowledge and teaching skills are a real asset and credit to Able Skills. “A Great Teacher”.  The course was value for money and met with my expectations. I would recommend you take a visit to their premises and meet with the tutors and staff. I would definitely recommend them to others.

Mark Gibson

My instructor Toby was very good. He gave me some good knowledge of the plumbing skills required to undertake some home projects. I am overall very happy. The course was value for money and I will be recommending to others.

Calum Boatov

I found Able Skills online and  decided to train with them as they were easily accessible. My tutor Toby was very good. He was informative and explained everything thoroughly. My advanced 5 day plumbing course was fantastic.

Lee Musgrave

I was sent to Able Skills via my work. I took the 1 week Advanced Plumbing course. The week was fantastic. What I have gained in knowledge has increased my confidence tenfold to be able to go into the field and fix leads. I would overall rate Able Skills as excellent. 

Warren Williams

I considered using other training centers initially, but chose Able Skills as they were the best one around. The course was value for money and I would recommend them to anyone. Keep up the good standards and you will not be out of work, well done and thank you.

David Greenway

I learnt as much in 5 days as I could have wanted. Able Skills have a variety of different courses on offer and I would attend another training course with them. The course was value for money and met with all my expectations.

Omprasad Gurung

I enjoyed the course, thank you very much. I would attend other courses. I felt this was the best use for my money.

Andrew Mitchell

Very good course! I learnt a lot. Richard answered all my questions (I had a lot) Overall, very happy, gained a lot of knowledge. The course went too quick, i want to keep doing it! Will look into booking the next course.

Darren Squibb

Richard was a really good tutor. He helped me to understand a lot of plumbing issues I have had over the years. He is a great asset to the Able Skills team. I would not hesitate to recommend the course.

Dhiraj Dewan

I found the instructor to be excellent and helpful at all times. I learnt a lot in the two weeks course and would like to compliment the tutor Roy for his great tuition.

Sher Gurung

The instructor was excellent and his teaching method was outstanding. I learnt a lot and gained a lot of experience. I now feel confident to carry out jobs in the future.

Philip Ochama

I chose Able Skills as the courses looked comprehensive and the flexibility of their timings. The tutors are very friendly and the class rooms are well suited for the courses. The training was value for money and the course met with my expectations. I would recommend Able Skills and would consider attending other courses.

Jason Okorocha

I heard about the training offered at Able Skills through another plumber. They offer a wonderful environment to train in and excellent tutors for students. The course was value for money and I will be recommending to others.

Kushwant Jandu

Good practical and theoretical knowledge. Excellent area with facilities to carry out work. Tutors have in depth knowledge. I went with Able Skills as they were not pushy, have a wide choice of courses and are well structured.

Luke Prentice

Enjoyed first part of training and looking forward to the next part. Thought Toby was very knowledgeable and interesting to talk to. I went with Able Skills as they include a portfolio and offer the opportunity to train from start to finish.

Kevin McElduff

I really enjoyed my time on the course and found Toby really easy to learn from. I went with Able Skills as I had read good reviews about them I would give them an overall rating of excellent and would recommend to others.

Paul Jack

The location of the training centre was excellent for me. Toby was very a very efficient, knowledgeable and helpful tutor. All materials were stocked at all times and tools in good condition which allowed me to complete tasks easier.

Andy George

Top instructions from the Tutor. Simon gave me a lot of good advice. I would definitely recommend the course to friends. The course met my expectations and I would attend other training courses at Able Skills.

David Allen

The level of instruction is second to none. The facilities and knowledge is what you can expect from a first class provider. I will and have recommended you toother service leavers looking into this field. The top tips provided by Roy were very helpful and gave a good insight into plumbing.

Dean Cox

I took the five days intense course which offered plenty of hands on experience. It was an excellent course and value for money. Many thanks!

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Stuart Piper

I had already completed 8 weeks of plumbing with Able Skills and found it to be a really good course and the staff was nice and helpful so I chose to do the electrics as well. Brian is excellent, very patient and calm. He also has really good subject knowledge. Thanks!

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Gabriel Cancel

I chose Able Skills because of flexibility of course and payments. I was very pleased with the course because of the structure it had. The most important thing to me was the fact I could train whenever I had time and the pay as you train system worked very well. I would have no hesitation to recommend Able Skills to anyone.

Bill Simpson

I did look around at other training centres before I chose able Skills. I was put off by them because they wanted to ‘interview’ me. Able Skills just invited me to have a look and make my own choice. Jim singleton, the instructor, knows it all and can put things across with courtesy and patience. He is a complete professional. A great tutor.

Calvin Cole

Jim was very helpful in the theory side of the course and very thorough on the practical tasks, which will help when on-site. He can be very strict at times but it is only for my own benefit which I am grateful for.

Mark Brewster

I thought the course was really informative in practical work. Use of tools come with great knowledge of tutors who were excellent. All the tutors were polite and helpful when asked any questions.

Samuel Oni

I chose Able Skills after I had a visit to them and had spoken to the instructor himself. Able Skills is a relaxed environment that really helps when you are studying. The tutors are friendly and willing to help even if they are not part of your department. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Greg Mackrill

The course was local and reasonably priced, I thought. Able Skills has a professional environment with well-educated instructors. An all-round enjoyable experience which helped me gain the required skills to be a plumber.

Ben Martin

The standard and content of the course was all of a very high standard. All the relevant information was passed on in a way it made complete sense.

Josh Ingram

I thought the course and instructor Jim, was excellent. It met and exceeded all expectations. The quality of training was second to none.

Tom Davey

I chose able skills because it’s close to me house and I knew some people who had done the bricklaying course and said it was good. Very friendly place. Everyone approachable and gives good reasonable answers. Instructors are clear and well explained. I can’t fault it!

Min Bahadur Pun

Able skills provide good training for the learner. I think this is one of the best course providers and is definitely value for money.

Tim Vowles

Jim was a great tutor; he was very helpful and gave a lot of good advice. I have learnt a great deal in a short time and I am very happy with the course.

Matthew Gage

Jim was an excellent tutor that was very patient and really helped me and let me work things out and made the classroom a pleasure for me. I would not have got through this course without his support and guidance. P.S. He is genuinely a nice guy and very clever.

Alan Martin

I found this course to be structured very well and have gained a vast amount of knowledge in plumbing. Jim, the instructor, was always very helpful and wanting to pass on his knowledge. This was an enjoyable course which has achieved its aim of giving me the fundamentals in plumbing principles and practical skills.

Simon Thomas

I have loved every minute of the course. I was really nervous on my first day, but the tutors made me feel at ease. I can’t thank everyone enough who has helped me along the way. The tutors and all the staff are so helpful and can’t do enough for anyone.

Adrian Cussens

I think the course was well explained and structured; classroom work was never at saturation point and the breaks ample. Instructor was at times very patient and never felt to be unapproachable. He gave good pointers on things I may have been wrong or on points I could have improved upon. I consider I will be leaving here with a good base of knowledge to the plumbing trade and all I need now is experience.

Phillip Martin

When I was making my decision on where to train, I decided to visit Able Skills in person. When I got there, the owner, Gary, showed me around the whole centre and answered all my questions. I was pleased he did not tray and pressure me into paying a deposit. I was impressed with the facilities I saw and the level of instruction given to the students so I signed up. During my time at Able Skills I found all the staff to be friendly and helpful and I am happy to be going back in October to start my Gas.

Many Thanks

Phil

Jay Kempsford

I was looking for training centres on the internet and I saw Able Skills I looked on their website and then once looking there and seeing what they have to offer I didn’t think to go anywhere else. I liked the fact that they offered an NVQ .toby was very good throughout and also the office staff for making the payments and accommodation.

Richard Mills

I heard about Able Skills on the internet, I choose to train with Able Skills because it is close to my home. Throughout the teaching was at an excellent standard and students were made to feel relaxed and involved as part of a team. Help and advice was always at hand. Best of luck in the future to all involved

Dave Topper

I found Able Skills on the internet I didn’t consider training anywhere else, I like at Able Skills that they offer accommodation for those who have to travel. More than happy with both practical and theory sessions, Toby was patient and attentive to all of those in the class. I also found him to be good at motivating on the harder tasks. The facilities and accommodation were excellent as were the staff in the office.

Laurence Fox

I had considered other training centres but I choose Able Skills because they seemed friendlier and professional. At Able Skills they have really good tutors and they are flexible with both payments and that you can train at the weekends. Without Toby’s knowledge it would have been so much more difficult .BANG ON.