Apprenticeship Courses (FET / HET)

Advanced Certificate - Craft

Plumbing - Apprenticeship

Dundalk Institute of Technology - DKIT
Dundalk Institute of Technology - DKIT
Course Code
6M18176
Career Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
4 Years
Attendence
Phased work/college
In order to secure an apprenticeship, you must first secure a contract with an employer. You must apply directly to an employer rather than to the training provider. Once you have found an employer to take you on as an apprentice, your employer must then register you as an apprentice with SOLAS. Your training will then be organised through the local ETB, Institute of Technology or Higher Education College. All apprenticeship courses are run subject to demand.

Course Summary

The aim of this course is to equip apprentices with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to work to the highest standard in this trade. Plumbers install, maintain and repair systems of water supply, drainage and central heating in houses and other locations. These systems include hot and cold water systems, sanitary services, heating systems and pipework and controls for gas supply.

Course Details

Dundalk Institute of Technology - DKIT
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Career Sectors

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Apprenticeship Details

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Plumbing - Apprenticeship

The Student - Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:

Realist

Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.

Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.

Progression to CAO Courses

Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)

This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.

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CAO with Any QQI Major Award

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Further Research

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College Profile

Dundalk Institute of Technology - DKIT
Dundalk Institute of Technology - DKIT

Colleges News

Queen’s University Belfast and DkIT announce major partnership to establish University College in Dundalk
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