Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) Partial - VDSS
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Overview
Launch your career in a priority construction trade with our Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22569VIC (Partial). You’ll develop in-demand skills in a practical learning environment. This course introduces every facet of the industry, from welding to power tools.
Career Pathways
Where will the Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22569VIC (Partial - VDSS) take me?
Completing this course is the first step towards a plumbing apprenticeship and a career as a plumber.
Study Pathways
Successful completion of this program provides opportunity to continue onto an apprenticeship and, following further study, attain your Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420.
Course Details
Campus
Delivery methods
This course is delivered in-person at our Epping campus
Class Schedule
- Wednesday 8 am to 12 pm.
- Wednesday 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
ATAR Contribution
If you receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence, you will be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR (10% of the average four scaled studies). This course does not offer scored assessment.
Credit in VCE or VCE VM
This course provides recognition of two or more units at Units 1 and 2 level and Units 3 and 4 sequence.
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
| Code | Subject | Type | Hours |
| CPCCCM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core | 36 |
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | Core | 6 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core | 20 |
| HLTAID010 | Provide basic emergency life support | Core | 12 |
| VU23046 | Apply basic sheet metal practices | Core | 50 |
| VU23047 | Cut and penetrate building materials and structures | Core | 30 |
| VU23048 | Fabricate simple plumbing pipe systems | Core | 30 |
| VU23049 | Identify career pathways in the plumbing industry | Core | 30 |
| VU23050 | Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting | Core | 20 |
| VU23052 | Use and apply basic levelling equipment for plumbing | Core | 8 |
| VU23053 | Use of basic electric welding equipment and techniques | Core | 20 |
| VU23054 | Use basic plumbing hand tools | Core | 50 |
| VU23055 | Use basic power tools | Core | 20 |
| VU23056 | Use plumbing pipes, fittings, and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations | Core | 30 |
Fees & Costs
Uniform and equipment requirements
You'll need:
- Overalls, work pants or work shorts
- sleeved shirt or t-shirt (strictly no singlets)
- leather enclosed footwear (steel-capped boots optional)
- clear safety glasses and hearing protection.
Fees
2026 fee schedules will be provided to schools separately. Please contact us for more information: 03 9269 1292.
Requirements
You must be at least 15 years old and in Year 10 or Year 11 in secondary school.
If you receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence, you will be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR (10% of the average four scaled studies). This course does not offer scored assessment.
Next Steps
Students:
Talk to your school's VET Coordinator about enrolling into VDSS at Melbourne Polytechnic. You may be invited to attend an information session.
Schools:
Apply through our dedicated VDSS Portal.
Recognising Organisations
Nationally Recognised Training This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
Local student means; you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.