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Plumbing
Program Name: Plumbing / Pipefitting
Level: Level 2 — National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica (NVQ-J)
This program prepares you to install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
🎯 What You’ll Learn
You’ll be trained in:
Installation of pipes, taps, sinks, toilets, and fixtures
Pipe cutting, joining, and fitting techniques
Understanding plumbing blueprints and drawings
Water supply systems and drainage
Safety procedures and building regulations
Troubleshooting and repair of plumbing systems
Basic plumbing tools and equipment usage
🕒 Course Duration
Typically 6–12 months, depending on full-time or part-time schedules
🎓 Certification
You’ll earn a HEART/NCTVET Level 2 Certificate in Plumbing, recognized locally and across CARICOM.
Prepares you for employment as a plumber or apprentice or to continue to Level 3 advanced plumbing programs.
💼 Career Opportunities
After certification, you can work as:
Plumber / Pipefitter
Maintenance Technician
Construction Site Plumbing Assistant
Water Systems Installer / Repairer
Self-Employed Plumbing Contractor
Reading electrical diagrams and blueprints
Installation of switches, sockets, and lighting
Use of electrical tools and instruments
Maintenance of electrical equipment
