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Help for a carpenter friend to get an NVQ in plumbing.
Hi all, I have a carpenter friend who is very keen to learn and obtain an NVQ in plumbing. What would you suggest is the best route for him please? Cheers Jim
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Hi has anyone got a digital copy of the level 2 portfolio criteria?
I'm in the process of finishing my level 2 course and want to get started on my portfolio but after asking my theory teacher many times he has still not provided it
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How many days do you typically go onsite as an NVQ level 2 Plumber?
I just wanted to know this before potentially starting an NVQ level 2 in Plumbing and Heating next year or so because I might find it difficult to fit the NVQ in with my non-construction-related full-time job.
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How many tasks do you have to do as part of an NVQ level 2?
I was curious about how many tasks you lot did to pass your portfolio in NVQ level 2 P&H. Thanks.
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How to get work after nvq level 2
Hello, could someone talk to me about how hard is it to get work while doing your nvq level 2? How hard is it to find someone willing to take you on? What's the best way to go about finding work? And if i get taken on how long will i have to work before i earn decent money. Im in my mid 20s...
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How to go about achieving my NVQ
Hello. I have been working within the plumbing industry for around 8 years, since I completed my 6129 course at college. I have mainly been working as a mate/improver. I want to progress onto my nvq, but have been told I need to be working as a plumber in order to achieve it. Problem being with...
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I'm looking for a way into the plumbing trade
Hello everyone, I hope someone will be able to guide me. I am 31 and have my level 2 diploma in plumbing and heating, I currently work as a maintenance engineer and am desperately seeking a way into the plumbing trade, I would love to do an apprenticeship but like most cannot afford to take such...
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Level 2 plumbing diploma good move?
Hi, I’m a 26 year old male who currently is working as a water hygiene engineer. and I’ve just paid £2000 to start my level 2 plumbing diploma in September but I’m worried if I’ve rushed into this course seeing how much money it is. I’m really interesting in plumbing and hopefully this will set...
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Looking for plumber for nvq sign off
Hello I'm looking for an experienced plumber of 5 years in the West Midlands area. I need a plumber that can help me with 2 maintenance and 4 fault finding jobs. I would be happy to work on my days off free in return for photos and sign off. The lockdown has made it impossible to find entry...
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URGENT Looking to change trades...
Hi, I'm currently working as a fire and security install engineer, primary working on construction sites for commercial places in London. I'm thinking of getting my Level 2 NVQ plumbing but hoping to stay on construction sites installing the plumbing...is this generally a thing that can be...
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Low-price domestic from reputable brand or commercial?
Replacing kitchen faucet for friend who needs to keep cost down. Something from low price range of better makers of domestic faucets, or a commercial faucet?
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NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Heating FULL COURSE for sale
I am selling my 3-year City& Guilds Accredited NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Heating I cant complete it due to work commitments. Provider New Trades Career. (There Course fee is £7800) newtradescareer dot co dot uk/courses/plumbing FULL COURSE: £6500 Mail if for this exciting...
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nvq portfolio CW and HW
Wondered if anyone cal shed some light. so I've been assigned a new internal assessor for my nvq portfolio work. He looked over my original hot water and cold water submissions he wasn’t happy ( he’s very old school) so I re did another bathroom suit demonstrating hot and cold water cutting...
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Please Help! Whats The Latest Gas Textbook for NVQ Level 1-3
Hi I am new to the forum, this is my first post. I apologise if its in the wrong thread and if its been answered. Can anyone please advise me what are the recruitment cycles assuming there is a general one for the sector, so that I do not waste time. Any practical advice will be appreciated...
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Plumbing course and gas safe course.
Hello i'm currently doing an EAL level 2 diploma in plumbing and heating and i'm looking for some information regarding gaining the nvq in this relevant area and what the relevant nvq would be and also the best route to gain gas safe certification ? many thanks matthew.
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Plumbing courses
Plumbing courses are listed on the forum but did you know we also have course information on the tilers forum and Electricians forums too? You can find courses for Tilers here and courses for Electricians here!
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Private Plumbing (6035 Level 2) course in Surrey/London
Hello to all, Thanks in advance to any help or comments you can offer me. I’m a 29 year old lad who has been working in a small firm, mainly doing groundworks / extensions / full refurbishments. I have no previous trade qualifications. I have recently been looking to get involved in studying...
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Qualifications/experience
Hi Its look likely I will be made redundant by the end of the year which isn't ideal with a young child. I am interested in becoming a plumber as feel its quite a stable job compared to working in an office but that's the issue, my CV is heavily office based and don't have any experience with...
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Re NVQ LEVEL 2 assessment
Evening folks. Please excuse me if this question has been asked but……. I have currently just finished my lever 2 diploma in plumbing. I was told that currently the government has scrapped NVQ’s though has, currently not replaced it with anything pending amalgamation with EAL. SO, as it...
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Retraining as plumber at 35
Good afternoon all John here from norfolk. I'm looking to change career after 20 years in hospitality. Stressful way to make a living & I've lost my passion for it. Plumbing appeals hugely.im fairly mechanically minded & a quick learner. The issue is-im 35 & cant pay the mortgage on an...
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