City & Guilds 6189 Level 2 with Gas

At Able Skills we have dedicated training facilities for dedicated subjects and this enables us to offer every individual the opportunity to learn as much about the construction industry and related subjects as possible; we are very aware that many subjects are linked and go hand in hand and as a result, we have devised a package for those of you who want to cover trade linked subjects to be able to offer a fuller service once you have entered the plumbing industry.

Whether you are looking to gain employment within the plumbing industry or are considering self employment, additional qualifications fitting in with required regulations can only be of benefit, making you more marketable and enhancing your employability.

This particular training package covers Plumbing, Gas and Plumbing Regulations as follows:

• A full plumbing award - City & Guilds 6189 level 2
• Energy Efficiency
• Unvented Hot Water Systems
• Water Regulations
• Solar Heating
• 3 weeks of gas training.

As an established, approved City & Guilds, CITB and BPEC approved training centre we are able to offer these courses to you as full and recognised, accredited awards which meet industry requirements and follow the correct route as the Plumbing and Gas industry requires.

Plumbing

The Plumbing 6189 at level 2 is the current industry recognised entry level for the industry and forms the basis of knowledge for all modern domestic plumbing and is the starting point for anyone looking for a career in plumbing and an essential part of your plumbing future.

This plumbing 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) 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 Plumbing qualification is also available at Able Skills over weekends.

Plumbing Regulations

Following on from the Plumbing course, you will undertake training and assessment for CITB or BPEC accredited:

• Energy Efficiency
• Vented & Unvented Hot Water Systems
• Water Regulations
• Solar Hot Water Thermal Systems

Gas

The Gas training aspect of this combined package will provide you with training covering flues, ventilation, combustion and controls.

This will provide you with the necessary knowledge to then undertake the statutory core gas safety assessment once you have demonstrated competence by working alongside a Gas Safe registered engineer building a portfolio of experience.

Able Skills offers a separate package of training for those of you who may not be able to locate a gas work placement. This training option is an extended version of this course covering Plumbing, Regulations, Gas training/Portfolio/Assessment

What is the correct route to Plumbing and Gas?

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.

Able Skills is open 7 days every week and we welcome visitors at all times. Please feel free to come along to view our facilities, have an informal chat with any one of our instructors and meet existing students.

We feel that this is an excellent introduction for anyone looking to invest in training and this option will help you decide if Able Skills is where you want to train.

Course Timings

C&G 6189 Plumbing Course - 8 Weeks

Plumbing Regulations - 1 Week

Gas Training - 3 Weeks

This course can be covered in 12 consecutive weeks although if you prefer, we can allocate a break once the Plumbing course has been completed.

Plumbing Course One: City & Guilds 6189 Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing & Heating

Able Skills 8 week City & Guilds 6189 Level 2 is a full time instructor lead course. (Alternatively, this training is available at weekends)

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

Each section has practical assessments and multiple choice exams, 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 online exams is carried out here on site at Able Skills and without delay.

Plumbing Course Two: Vented & Unvented Hot Water Systems - BPEC accredited

This course is a legal requirement for any heating engineer or plumber looking to fit unvented hot water systems above 15lt capacity.

The training materials comprise of an introduction to and understanding of the requirements of Approved Document G3, Part L1 and Part P of the Building Regulations.

Upon successful completion, it will allow membership of industry standard unvented hot water competent persons schemes.

This training course covers all the theory and legislation required to be deemed competent, the course is delivered over 4 modules and has 3 assessments which must be passed to successfully complete the certificate.

Course Content

• Module 1 - Vented and unvented hot water systems and their operating principles
• Module 2 - Design and Installation of vented and unvented
• Module 3 - Maintenance of vented and unvented hot water systems
• Module 4 - Other applicable building regulations

Plumbing Course Three: Water Regulations - CITB accredited

This course covers the Water Regulations 1999. The course does not require the candidate to undertake prior learning as all the requirements will be covered during the course.

Upon completion, the successful candidates will receive a certificate and card which will allow them to apply for approved plumbing contractor status with the Water Authorities. This course is WRAS approved.

This 1 day course covers the knowledge required to be assessed on CITB/BPECs Water Regulation certificate. This means you can self-certify your plumbing work.

Course Content

• Introduction, background and legislation
• The Water Regulations
• Materials and substances in contact with water
• Requirements for water fittings
• Water System Design
• Installation Commissioning
• Cross Connections
• Black flow prevention
• Cold Water Services
• Hot Water Services
• WCs and Urinals
• Sanitary Appliances and water for outside use

You will receive the home study manual approximately 3 weeks before the training and assessment day.

Plumbing Course Four: Energy Efficiency - CITB accredited

The CITB/IDHEE Energy Efficiency for Domestic Heating Certificate is for the professional heating installer who works in domestic properties, this course will prepare you for "self certification".

The certificate will demonstrate your competence and is recognised by The Energy Savings Trust and The Energy Efficiency Partnership for Homes. Bringing you up to date with current regulations and giving you a recognised qualification in Energy efficiency

Course Content

• Tuition on condensing boilers controls and hot water systems
• Current legislation
• This course incorporates a 1 hour 15 minute exam

Plumbing Course Five: Solar Heating - BPEC accredited

This 2 day course is to give an entry level qualification for experienced domestic heating installers or plumbers, wishing to extend their work scope into solar heating. The course is recognised under the Low Carbon Building Programme for accredited installer status.

It covers all major indirect system & panel types. The candidate should hold a G3 certificate in domestic unvented hot water systems. It is also essential that the trainee holds one ODPM recognised competency in a conventional fuel i.e. gas, oil or solid fuel; or for those in the plumbing field an NVQ level 2 or equivalent plumbing qualification.

Experience in basic electrical practice would also be desirable. A basic knowledge of the Water (fittings) regulations is also desirable. The course is not intended to cover roof or access work in detail (other than to highlight legislative requirements).

Course Content

• Introduction to Domestic Solar Hot Water Thermal systems
• Types of Solar Collector
• Background to solar thermal and the market
• Hot Water Storage and Installation
• Site surveying & preparing to install systems
• Fitting collectors on different applications
• Plumbing layout and design
• Control and Power Requirements
• Commissioning and fault finding
• MCS Grants and funding
• Payback periods for solar thermal installations
• Managing the customer
• Practical Installation of panels

Course Six: Gas Training

An in depth course covering flues, ventilation, combustion and controls providing the candidate with the necessary knowledge to undertake the statutory core gas safety assessment. The course is intended for operatives with plumbing, heating, pipefitting or similar skills which can be transferred to the gas industry.

The course is recognised by Gas safe under their qualification requirements for entry on to the ACS scheme. This Managed Learning programme provides both theory and practical training.

This course is designed for those who are not working with or for a Gas safe registered engineer/business and who do not have sufficient knowledge to build the work portfolio before attending the course. The format and content of the work portfolio is covered during the induction.

Following this 3 week Managed Learning programme, you will need to arrange to be working alongside a Gas Safe registered Engineer who is required to sign off work you have undertaken in order to complete the portfolio of experience.

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 also be achieved at weekends.

At Able Skills, we are providing you with the opportunity to obtain 5 recognised and required qualifications plus training to get you on your way into the gas industry. We are able to offer this at a very competitive price because we are an established training provider specialising in everything we do.

Course Timings:

You can achieve all of this within 12 weeks with some flexibility:

After your 8 weeks of plumbing training, (or weekends if that is your choice) the next step will be 5 days to obtain Energy Efficiency, Unvented, Water Regulations and Solar Heating.

Once you have completed this and you are ready, we can arrange your 3 weeks of gas training.

All of these courses are available individually but this package provides a saving in excess of £500; please refer to the relevant pages for details and individual prices.

All students are required to wear appropriate protective equipment in the Plumbing and Gas workshops, including safety boots and for plumbing training, fire retardant overalls.
This course can be covered in 12 consecutive weeks although if you prefer, we can allocate a break once the Plumbing course has been completed.

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