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Trade Testing & ARPL

Plumbing Trade Test

Discuss your eligibility and evidence with the college before arranging a plumbing trade test. Applicants need to demonstrate the relevant learning and work experience for their route and provide supporting documents.

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Your learning pathway

Build your understanding.
Develop your skills.

Discuss your eligibility and evidence with the college before arranging a plumbing trade test. Applicants need to demonstrate the relevant learning and work experience for their route and provide supporting documents.

What you’ll learn

  • Eligibility and evidence review
  • Plumbing installation and maintenance evidence
  • Risk assessments and job cards
  • Trade-test arrangements

Training and completion

Trade assessment service, subject to approved eligibility.

Contact admissions to discuss plumbing trade-test eligibility, the assessment venue and certification arrangements.

Entry requirements

  • Eligibility depends on prior technical study and verified work experience
  • The prospectus lists NCV Level 3 with 3 years relevant experience; NCV Level 4 plus relevant modules and 18 months experience; Technical Grade 12 with relevant subjects and 3 years experience; relevant N6; or a relevant National Technical Diploma with 18 months experience
  • Provide service letters, a Portfolio of Evidence, 2 certified ID copies and proof of payment
  • Confirm the current applicable route with PCD College before applying

2027 dates and accommodation

Contact admissions for current intake dates and availability.

Accommodation available – contact PCD College for pricing and availability.

Approved accommodation includes three meals daily, hostel–college transport and Wi-Fi. Bring bedding, cutlery and a lunchbox.

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