Certificate II In Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship)

This is a Free TAFE for Priority Course. Find out about your eligibility

Learn the basics of plumbing and gas fitting, and prepare yourself for an apprenticeship in the trade

Course code

22304VIC

On campus

Dandenong, Frankston, Berwick TEC

Online

Not available Online

International

Not available for International students

Length

Full Time, 10 weeks.

Start dates

25 Feb, 1 Apr, 8 Jul and 23 Sep (Dandenong and Franskton) - 31 Jan, 29 Apr and 22 Jul (Berwick TEC)

• Read more about this course

  Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the project-based training.
  
  While this nationally recognised qualification may lead to a plumbing apprenticeship, many students go on to study higher level courses before gaining employment.
  
  This accredited pre-apprenticeship course can be completed full time over 10 weeks. It is also offered as a VET in Schools program, which can be studied over two years during VCE. Once complete, you can develop your skills further with Chisholm’s Certificate III in Plumbing. If you gain an apprenticeship after finishing this course, the schooling component of your apprenticeship training may be reduced. This course is also available as part of VCAL Year 11 or 12.
  
  Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

• Sample study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  BSBWRT301	Write simple documents
  CPCCOHS1001A	Work safely in the construction industry
  VU21799	Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations
  CPCCCM1015A	Carry out measurements and calculations
  CPCCCM2001A	Read and interpret plans and specifications
  VU21791	Fabricate simple plumbing pipe systems
  CPCPCM2039A	Carry out interactive workplace communication
  VU21792	Identify career pathways in the plumbing industry
  CPCCOHS2001A	Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  VU21797	Use basic plumbing hand tools
  VU21789	Apply basic sheet metal practices
  CUVACD303A	Produce technical drawings
  VU21796	Use basic electric welding equipment and techniques
  HLTAID002	Provide basic emergency life support
  VU21798	Use basic power tools
  VU21793	Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting
  VU21790	Cut and penetrate building materials and structures
  VU21795	Use and apply basic levelling equipment for plumbing
  VU21794	Prepare to work in the plumbing industry

• Career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate II In Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship)	Certificate III In Plumbing	Certificate IV In Plumbing And Services
  Possible job outcome	apprentice plumber	registered plumber	Licensed Plumber

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

  Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.

• Admission requirements

  Completed Year 10 or equivalent

• Fees

  Fees

  Indicative course fees
  	Government subsidised Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
  	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
  Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$302.55	$1512.80	$6856.40
  Total course materials fee (GST inc)	$480.00	$480.00	$480.00
  Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$120	$240	$240
  Payable	$902.55	$2232.80	$7576.40
  Student eligible for Free TAFE course (Tuition fee exempt)
  Payable (Free TAFE)	$600.00	$720.00	N/A

  *The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances.  Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

• Help with fees

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find our more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

  Government-subsidised training

  Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.