Master the practical skills needed for a successful career in Plumbing or Electrical Installation.
Construction and the Built Environment
Full time courses
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State-Of-The-Art Facilities
Learn within our brand new, purpose built expansion, equipped with industry-standard equipment, cutting-edge workshops, and technologically advanced classrooms that create an immersive learning environment.
Adult Learning
We offer a variety of short courses, specifically designed for adult learners. Whether you’re looking to begin a new career, upskill and add services to your offer or simply learn more about a hobby, we’ve got a course for you.
Insider knowledge: speaking with Plumbing Apprentices
30 April 2025
Read on to hear the first-hand experiences of our Level 3 Plumbing and Domestic Heating Apprentices who attend EKC Ashford College one day per week.
Why study with us?
Valuable Industry Experience
Our department has a dedicated Industry Liaison Officer who works to ensure all students have access to relevant industry placements.
Give Back to the Community
Students take part in regular social action projects, as part of the college pledge to serve the local community.
Hear from Professionals
Learning doesn’t just happen within the classroom, students engage with local employers and professionals through industry talks and workshops.
Industry Standard Facilities
You will learn within purpose built workshops with industry standard equipment, preparing you for a workplace setting.
“I carry out maintenance and plumbing work at the Park Holidays caravan site in Dymchurch. I have learnt a lot of practical plumbing skills during my placement and can assist with installing a boiler. The people I work with are helpful and it’s a good environment to be in. I have now been offered a full time position with the company.”
Harry Hobern
Level 2 Plumbing
Learn from the Professionals
All our lecturers have extensive experience in the construction and built environment industry. Whichever trade you choose to study, you will learn from an expert who can pass on industry knowledge and give you practical advice for your future career.
Skills Competitions
You can take part in national and international competitions to showcase your newfound skills. We regularly enter students into World Skills Competitions and the annual KFE4Skills Competition.
This year our Plumbing student, Jude, came out on top, and won the Gold medal for his fantastic pipework.
Career prospects
Example:
Construction and Building Trades Supervisor
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£39,000
Annual pay
Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.
Role description
Construction and building trades supervisors oversee operations and directly supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in construction and building trades.
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How you apply for a course at Ashford College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our courses online and see the wide range of academic opportunities that are available to you.
Step 2 – Apply
Apply through our online application system for the department you are choosing.
Step 3 – Come to an interview
Come along to EKC Ashford College to meet our team, explore our facilities and see which course is right for you.
“I wanted to study something I was passionate about – if you chase your passion, you will succeed.
“College has made such a big difference to my life and now I have gained knowledge in an area that I am interested in.
“I’m now looking into apprenticeships with the Electrical Academy.”
Weghata
Level 3 Electrical Installation
‘‘I am loving the challenge that the Electrical pathway brings and have surprised myself with my own achievement.
“My greatest ambition is to empower my daughters to be successful and to show them that they can be anything they want to be.”
Linda
Level 2 Electrical Installation
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