STAR Plumbing

Level 2

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Plumbing is the hidden hero of your home! It’s what brings you fresh water for showers, makes your toilets flush, and keeps your sinks and tubs draining. Plumbers are the pros who install and fix these systems, ensuring everything works smoothly.

Quick info

Level: 2

Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North

Duration: Group 1: Five Tuesdays, 9am - 3pm
Group 2: Five Wednesdays, 9am - 3pm

Dates:
Palmerston North
Group 1: 27 Aug 2024 – 24 Sep 2024
Group 2: 28 Aug 2024 – 25 Sep 2024

Domestic Fees: *
320

Scholarship info

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International Fees:*
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Additional Fees
Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

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How to apply
If you're interested in applying for the UCOL STAR Plumbing course, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school.

Career & Study Outcomes

Successful completion of the UCOL STAR Plumbing course is the first step in a journey. Equipped with new skills and a taste for the industry, you will know what you need to do to pursue a career in the plumbing, gas fitting and/or drain laying field. If this is for you, you can undertake further tertiary studies in:

To find out more about possible job prospects and salaries for Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Drain Layers, see careers.govt.nz

Course Information

This course comprises 4 credits.

Unit Standard 25414 (Level 2) (2 credits)

Cut and join sheet metal for plumbing and gasfitting components

Domestic Entry Requirements

For year 11 - 13 secondary school learners (NZ citizens, permanent residents or learners with an applicable visa allowing them to be enrolled in a secondary school).

Applications are to be received from participating schools.

For more information about NCEA Credits see our NCEA explained page.

For more information about NCEA Credits see the UCOL Te Pūkenga NCEA explained page.

International Entry Requirements

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Advice & Guidance

The UCOL STAR Plumbing course is part of a suite of programmes offered by UCOL to secondary learners seeking to explore their career options while still in school.

Additional Costs

There are no additional costs associated with this course. Simply, bring a pen, paper and your lunch each week.