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Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship)


 National Code: 22569VIC
 TAFE SA Code: AC00114


Course Type: School Students

2026 start

Description

TAFE SA's courses for school students are designed for students in Year 11 to Year 12. They provide the opportunity to learn specific industry skills and gain credit towards a nationally recognised qualification, all while students undertake their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

This qualification is designed to provide a pathway into a career within the plumbing industry. It includes a broad range of plumbing related skills and competencies and ensures students are work ready. Additional competencies for Year 12 students are available through Stackable VET. Employment outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Australian Apprenticeship.
Duration
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18 month

Part Time

Up to 65 Stage 1 Credits
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Noarlunga
On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

You must be a school student undertaking SACE or equivalent, and meet the Flexible Industry Program eligibility criteria.

Course Delivery

  • Delivered one day per week over 18 months (54 weeks over 3 semesters),
  • Full attendance days
  • Dates, times, course units and training plans may vary for each delivery location,
  • Training is a combination of classroom and workshops,
  • It is recommended that students do not have a full study band at school if they wish to also study this qualification at TAFE SA,
  • At times, some courses may be combined with adults and/or apprentice classes,
  • Applications to study at a Technical College may require an alternative application process.
    Please contact the relevant Technical College for full details.

Additional Information

Students must have the following Personal Protective Equipment (that students must organise themselves approx. $200 ) including: long sleeve hi-vis shirt; long pants; steel capped boots; clear safety glasses.

Fees

Total Fees for the 18 month course
Subsidised co-payment
$319 - $320

Subsidised training will require applicants to meet eligibility criteria.

Fees may vary for each delivery location, depending on the subjects being offered, and are subject to change.

  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship) (22569VIC)
    This qualification has a range of units that introduce the learner to basic plumbing skills and knowledge including:

    • working safely as part of a team
    • measuring and calculating
    • using basic industry terminology to communicate effectively
    • reading plans and specifications
    • selecting and using plumbing tools, equipment and materials
    • producing simple technical drawings
    • using basic welding equipment
    • plus using plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations.
      To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 19 units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply basic sheet metal practices 50
    Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry 20
    Carry out interactive workplace communication 10
    Carry out measurements and calculations 20
    Cut and penetrate building materials and structures 30
    Fabricate simple plumbing pipe systems 30
    Identify career pathways in the plumbing industry 30
    Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting 20
    Prepare to work in the plumbing industry 20
    Prepare to work safely in the construction industry 6
    Produce technical drawings 50
    Provide basic emergency life support 12
    Read and interpret plans and specifications 36
    Use and apply basic levelling equipment for plumbing 8
    Use basic electric welding equipment and techniques 20
    Use basic plumbing hand tools 50
    Use basic power tools 20
    Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations 30
    Write simple documents 30

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