Occupational Certificate: Plumber
Train to install, maintain and repair water, drainage and gas systems in homes, businesses and industry — a skill that is always in demand.
Occupational Certificate (Trade)
91782
NQF Level 4
360
3 years
QCTO
About the qualification
Programme overview
Every building needs a plumber. This Occupational Certificate gives you the theory, workshop practice and workplace exposure to install, maintain and repair water supply, drainage, sanitation and hot-water systems safely and to code.
You will spend a large part of the programme working with real pipework, tools and fittings in our Braamfontein workshop, building the confidence and competence employers look for. The programme prepares you for the national trade test to qualify as an artisan plumber.
What you will learn
- Read and interpret plumbing plans and drawings
- Install and repair pipework, fittings and fixtures
- Diagnose and fix leaks, blockages and faults
- Install and maintain hot-water systems
- Work safely to industry and municipal codes
Career opportunities
- Qualified artisan plumber
- Maintenance plumber (buildings, hospitals, mines)
- Municipal water & sanitation technician
- Plumbing contractor — start your own business
Entry requirements
- Grade 9, NQF Level 1 with Mathematical Literacy
- Certified copy of ID / Passport
- Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
- Latest academic results / certificate
Fees
- Registration fee: R1000
- Deposit: R5000 (includes student card, course and study material, and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs)
- Monthly instalment: R3000
- Duration: 3 years
How to apply
1. Choose your programme
Select the programme that suits your career goals.
2. Submit your application
Apply online or visit our Braamfontein campus with the required documents.
3. Assessment & enrolment
We assess your application and confirm your enrolment.
4. Start your journey
Attend orientation and start your path to success.
Admissions open · 2027 intake
Occupational Certificate: Plumber
- Qualification: Occupational Certificate (Trade)
- SAQA ID: 91782
- Level: NQF Level 4
- Credits: 360
- Duration: 3 years
- Entry requirement: Grade 9, NQF Level 1 with Mathematical Literacy
- Accreditation: QCTO
- Fees: R1000 registration, R5000 deposit (includes student card, study material and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs), then R3000 per month
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