From Hospitality to Plumbing: Lee’s Experience

Course Highlights

Lee particularly enjoyed the hands-on aspects of the LCL L2 Plumbing Diploma, especially working with pipes and installing bathrooms. He appreciated having access to a first-class training facility and valued the patient guidance from his instructor, Ricky, who was always willing to answer questions.

Transitioning from Hospitality to Plumbing 

Despite finding the classroom portions challenging as a career-changer, Lee liked how the course balanced theoretical principles with practical applications. The supportive learning environment helped ease his transition from hospitality to plumbing, and he valued gaining real-world skills that would help him launch his own business:

‘The training centre is first class. Everything you need, any questions are never too much. Ricky really goes above and beyond trying to get you to understand the principles and then put that into practice so you can get out into the real world.’

Career Prospects

Successful completion of the LCL Level 2 Diploma in the Installation & Maintenance of Plumbing & Heating Systems provides learners with the core knowledge and practical skills required to work effectively in the plumbing and heating industry. Graduates will be well-positioned to pursue roles such as a domestic plumber, heating engineer, or maintenance technician.

If you are looking to work on-site, you will also need to partake in the LCL Awards NVQ in Plumbing and Heating qualification. This course is a necessary requirement to apply for a JIB Plumbing CSCS card, a card which provides proof that a person can work on a construction site.

Why chose Logic4training?

With more than 22 years of experience in the building services sector, we’ve built a strong reputation as a trusted name in the trades. Having trained over 60,000 professionals and earned the confidence of leading building services and energy companies, we’re well-equipped to support all your training needs. We offer tried and tested LCL Awards qualifications for our LCL L2 Plumbing students, ensuring that they receive industry-recognised training that meets the highest standards.

FAQ

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is ideal for new entrants to the plumbing industry with little or no prior experience. It’s also suitable for career changers looking to gain a recognised plumbing qualification.

How long does the course take?

The course typically takes around 6 weeks to complete, depending on your chosen schedule. Logic4training offers flexible study options, including  weekday and weekend formats to suit your availability.

What will I learn on this course?

During the LCL Level 2 Plumbing Diploma, you’ll gain a solid foundation in both the practical and theoretical aspects of plumbing and heating. Key areas of learning include:

• Health & Safety Regulations

• Pipework and fittings

• Installation and fault finding for hot & cold water systems

• Environmental protection measures

• Installing and fault finding for central heating systems

Will I be qualified to work on gas appliances after this course?

It depends on the package you take. To becoming Gas Safe Registered, we recommend our Gold or Platinum packages which include our Gas Managed Learning Programme (MLP). These packages cover everything from classroom theory and hands-on training to portfolio building and final ACS assessments – the required steps before applying for Gas Safe registration. You can find out more about our plumbing packages here.

What is the difference between the LCL L2 Diploma and the NVQ?

• The LCL Level 2 Diploma is a classroom and workshop-based qualification that gives you the knowledge and skills to enter the plumbing trade.

• The Level 2 NVQ is a work-based qualification, typically completed on-site while working in the industry. Many learners progress to the NVQ after completing the diploma.