Construction, plumbing and heating
Build practical skills for a career that shapes the world around you. Train in construction, plumbing and heating while preparing for opportunities in a growing and evolving industry.
Build Your Future
If you enjoy practical work, solving problems and seeing the results of your efforts, Construction, Plumbing and Heating could be the perfect fit. You’ll develop industry skills through hands-on learning while preparing for a career in one of the UK’s largest employment sectors.
At Barnet and Southgate College, you can study traditional construction trades alongside modern green technologies. Whether you’re starting your journey, developing existing skills or progressing into specialist training, we’ll help you take the next step towards your career goals.
Why Barnet and Southgate College?
The construction industry is changing rapidly, creating opportunities across traditional trades and sustainable technologies. Our courses are designed to reflect real jobs and current industry needs, helping you develop practical skills that employers value.
You’ll train in specialist workshops and facilities, including our Green Skills Centre, where students can explore technologies such as air source heat pumps. Many courses also include work experience opportunities to support career progression.
16-19
Adult
What is Construction, Plumbing and Heating?
Construction, Plumbing and Heating covers a wide range of skills used to build, maintain and improve homes, workplaces and public spaces. You’ll learn practical techniques while developing problem-solving, technical and professional skills that are valued across the industry.
The subject area includes plumbing, gas engineering, bricklaying, carpentry and joinery, construction multi-skills and green technologies such as air source heat pump installation. As you progress, you’ll gain hands-on experience and an understanding of industry standards, preparing you for employment, apprenticeships or further training in a sector that continues to evolve and grow.
Transform Your Potential
At Barnet and Southgate College, you’ll learn in a supportive environment that combines practical training with industry-relevant knowledge. Our tutors help you develop the confidence, technical skills and professional approach needed to succeed in the workplace.
You’ll have opportunities to gain hands-on experience in specialist facilities and explore both established construction trades and emerging green technologies. With courses available at different levels and clear progression opportunities, we’ll help you develop the skills needed for employment, apprenticeships or further training within the construction, plumbing and heating industries
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