Develop the practical skills, knowledge and confidence needed for a successful career in Plumbing or Electrical Installation, with training designed to prepare you for real working environments.
Construction and the Built Environment
Full time courses
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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, like Community Week, 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
State-Of-The-Art Facilities
Train in our purpose-built space equipped with industry-standard tools, modern workshops and technologically advanced classrooms that enhance your learning experience.
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
Read on to hear the first-hand experiences of our Level 3 Plumbing and Domestic Heating Apprentices who attend EKC Ashford College once a week.
EKC Ashford College celebrates success at KFE4Skills Competition 2025
Students competed at the KFE4Skills competition, an event bringing together Colleges from across Kent to compete in a range of challenges. Our two Plumbing students won Gold and Silver in their challenges.
EKC Ashford College celebrates at Student Awards 2025
EKC Ashford College’s Student Awards 2025 have recognised this year’s exemplary students from across the College. Tadiwanashe Machabvunga, the winner for Plumbing, was honoured for his positivity, determination and for bringing a can-do attitude to everything he does.
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’ll have the opportunity to take part in national and international skills competitions, including WorldSkills and the annual KFE4Skills competition.
These experiences help you build confidence, test your abilities against industry standards and gain recognition for your achievements. They can help support progression into employment, apprenticeships or further study.
How you apply for a course at EKC Ashford College
Step 1 – Find a course you’re interested in
Explore our courses online and see the wide range of academic opportunities that are available to you.
You can make up to five applications across East Kent Colleges Group’s family of Colleges.
Step 2 – Apply
Click ‘Apply’ on your chosen course, and follow the steps on the application portal.
Early applications are strongly recommended, as they give you the best chance of securing a place on your chosen course.
Step 3 – Receive a decision on your application
After you have applied, a decision will be made on your application.
If you receive an offer, this must be accepted to secure your place on your chosen course.
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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“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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