Official Trade Apprenticeship Standard
Plumber & Heating Engineer Apprenticeship Pathway
Everything you need to know about starting a Plumber & Heating Engineer apprenticeship: entry qualifications, wage progression, Levy funding rules, and training provider options.
Apprenticeship Standard Details
DURATION
48 Months
START WAGE
£20,000/yr
SOC CODE
5314
Entry Requirements:
- GCSE Grade 4 in Maths and English
- Manual dexterity and spatial awareness
Typical Learning Modules:
• Plumbing Science & Materials
• Hot & Cold Water Systems
• Central Heating Systems
• Sanitation & Drainage
• Gas Safety & Heat Pumps
Certification Outcome
NVQ Level 3 Diploma & Gas Safe ACS Certification
Top Training Providers
- Baxi Training Academy
- City of Westminster College
- Logic4training
- JTL Training
Apprenticeship Standards & Source Attribution
Primary Source: Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) Occupational Standards • UK National Apprenticeship Service.
Wage Information: Minimum wage benchmarks reflect the UK National Minimum Wage for Apprentices (2026/27). Qualified pay rates reflect ONS ASHE survey data.
Last Reviewed: August 2026 • Next Review: April 2027
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