Programme Brief
The Assured Certificate in Advanced Plumbing was designed for persons wishing to enter the plumbing industry. This qualification forms the basis of knowledge for all modern domestic and commercial plumbing, and is therefore an excellent starting point for anyone seeking a career as a plumber.
The programme provides you with a range of plumbing skills and combines both practical and theoretical training. Some of the topics covered include electrical principles and processes, common plumbing processes, cold water systems, domestic hot water systems, sanitation, central heating systems and drainage systems. Assessment is undertaken through a combination of practical assignments and written structured examinations.
The Assured Certificate in Advanced Plumbing programme was designed by SBCS GLI and is quality assured by City and Guilds of London. Certificates will be issued by City and Guilds.
8 Classes of Plumbing Work
Many are not aware of the myriad of opportunities available to those with a certification in plumbing with associated skills. According to Victoria’s Plumbing Regulations 2008 (Australia), there are eight main classes of plumbing work a practitioner can become licensed in. These include:
- Fire protection
- Drainage
- Gasfitting
- Mechanical service
- Irrigation (non-agricultural)
- Roofing (stormwater)
- Water supply
- Sanitary
Why Study Plumbing at SBCS?
- Instructors are certified, highly skilled and experienced practitioners who bring their knowledge and work experience to the classroom.
- Training is delivered from a licensed training provider whose processes and procedures have been quality assured by a global leader in skills development, City & Guilds of London.
- Course is career oriented. The curriculum was developed to meet the needs of the current marketplace.
- Course is over 50% practical, hands-on training. Emphasis is placed on practical training and the application of the knowledge taught.
- Modern, fully equipped labs. Learn using the same equipment you will encounter in the field.
- Convenient class schedules. Classes are offered on a part time basis, which allows working individuals to balance their work and educational needs.
Our Campus
Schedule
The next intake for this offering will be in July 2025.
For more details on fees and courses Download the Programme Brief
Mode of classes
- Blended Learning - Theory (online), Practicals (in-person sessions)
- Part Time (Evenings/Saturdays)
Fees
| FEE | AMOUNT | NOTE |
| SBCS Registration Fee |
TT$500 |
Payable upon registration |
| Insurance Fee |
TT$60 |
Payable upon registration |
| Tuition Fee |
Cash: TT$9,500 Credit: TT$10,500 |
Monthly Payment Plans available |
| C&G Registration Fee |
£100 (one-time payment) |
Payable by: 30th August 2025 |
| Examination Fee | TT$500 (per exam) |
Total Examination Fee = TT$1000 Payable by: 30th December 2025 |
Please note: All information provided is subject to change without prior notice.
Flexible and Personalized payment plans are available.
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- Champs Fleurs
There are no pre-requisites for this programme.
Basic Knowledge in mathematics will be an asset.
The next intake for this offering will be in July 2025.
For more details on fees and courses Download the Programme Brief
HOW TO REGISTER
Step 1 – Confirm your eligibility. Forward soft copies of the following to [email protected]
- Original certificate and transcript or official transcript and completion letter from the awarding educational institution
- National ID or Passport
- For students with qualifications more than five years old, a resume listing positions held and key responsibilities will be also required.
Administration must confirm of your eligibility before you apply.
Step 2 – Complete the Online Programme Registration Form and click submit.
Once the form has been completed, please proceed to make your payment via any of the following options below.
Step 3 – Payment can be made via Direct deposit / Online bank transfer. Please click here for further instructions regarding the banking options available.
Please note that online bank transfers can be done from the following banking institutions – Republic Bank, Royal Bank, First Citizens Bank and Scotia Bank.
Step 4 –WI Pay (Credit Card) – If you wish to utilize this method, please forward an email to the Centre for Information Technology and Engineering indicating if you would be paying the full cost or whether you would like to access any of our payment plan options. Once this is confirmed, an invoice will then be forwarded via email.
Note: If an Acceptance Letter is required after registration, kindly note that such requests usually takes three (3) working days to process.
For further information, please send an email to the Centre for Information Technology and Engineering
For further details please email [email protected] or call the numbers below:
- Champs Fleurs – (868) 663-7227 extensions 1093/4/5/8
This qualification will be assessed by a combination of written examinations and practical assignments.
To achieve the SBCS Assured Certificate in Advanced Plumbing, learners must complete the following units:
Assessments for each course is as follows:
| Course Title | Assessments |
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Plumbing Fundamentals |
Structured Examination questions (2 hours) based on the following learning outcomes:
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Plumbing (Principles and Practice) |
Structured Examination questions (3 hours) based on the following learning outcomes:
Practical Assessments: This unit covers the skills required to enable a candidate to apply basic tools skills to:
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