National Certificate in Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying (Introduction) (Level 2)

This entry level qualification provides a solid foundation and introduction for those interested in obtaining an apprenticeship and completing one or more of the Level 4 National Certificates in Plumbing [Ref: 0202], Gasfitting [Ref: 0201]and Drainlaying [Ref: 0077]. The qualification is suitable for delivery by off-job training providers, or a combination of school and off-job training providers.

Candidates are required to complete the core standards and most of the electives (choose a minimum of 99 credits from a total pool of 113). Candidates entering the qualification may have already completed some of the standards in the qualification in Gateway or in school programmes. A small amount of flexibility is available to accommodate different provider and workplace requirements, and for candidates to select standards that are specific to the strand that they are interested in (plumbing, gasfitting or drainlaying). A maximum of 23 credits (depending on electives) contribute from this qualification towards any one of the Level 4 National Certificates in Plumbing [Ref: 0202], Gasfitting [Ref: 0201] or Drainlaying [Ref: 0077].

As the largest Industry Training Organisation in the country Skills works across 23 different industries from plumbing, and electrical through to scaffolding, real estate and more. We act as a broker between industry, government and training providers, to develop standard setting qualifications, that will help develop the leaders of tomorrow.

For more than 25 years, we’ve been helping train up the next generation of tradies and professionals. We work with industries to ensure that qualifications provide trainees with the right skills at the right time.