Level 3 Certification in Water Regulations

The LCL Awards Water Regulations Certificate covers the Water Regulations (1999) and is a necessary requirement for qualified plumbers (minimum Level 2) looking to join their local water authorities Water Industry Approved Plumber Scheme, one of the plumbing competent person schemes (CPS) and Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) registration bodies.


Academic Year: 2024/25
Course Code: 10551
Campus: Newtownards
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Plumbing

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in Newtownards, SERC Professional Skills Centre.

Course Overview

The course is made up of one multiple choice written assessment, you will be required to attend college for 1 full day. The cost of the course includes training, assessment and the certification fee.


The course includes a comprehensive guide and workbook following completion of the training course candidates will be assessed by multiple choice paper.

Course Modules are:

  • Water regulations interpretation and definitions Requirements
  • Design and installation
  • Hot and cold water services Materials
  • Substances Backflow
  • Contamination prevention
  • Flushing devices Sanitary appliances; both internal and external

You a level 2 plumber looking to join their local water authorities Water Industry Approved Plumber Scheme, one of the plumbing competent person schemes (CPS) and or a Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) registration.

All the Water regulations.

The insight into backflow prevention systems and techniques.

There is a clear progression pathway to the OCN NI Level 5 Qualifications in either Green Technology or Retrofitting of Domestic Properties.

Candidates should ideally have two years plumbing experience.

Available Sessions

We have 2 sessions available for application on this course in Newtownards, SERC Professional Skills Centre.

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Title Campus Spaces Fee Apply or get more information
Level 3 Certification in Water Regulations
Y10551ND1A-24/25-PT
Newtownards
20+ £162.00
Level 3 Certification in Water Regulations
Y10551SD1A-24/25-PT
SERC Professional Skills Centre
20+ £161.00

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