Plumbing is an excellent trade to qualify in due to the significant earning potential and the knowledge there will always be a steady supply of work incoming from clients.The average salary for a newly qualified plumber is 31 787 according to information from www.totaljobs.com. This is higher than average salaries for many other trades but in fact many plumbers earn substantially more through private contracts and weekend work. An experienced plumber would expect to earn 50 000 per year or more.Skills and qualifications in plumbing provide a 'trade for life' as well as flexibility and freedom to become self-employed or work hours that suit your lifestyle. This means job satisfaction amongst plumbers is high with 86% recommending it as a career (HPM Survey 2018).What makes Plumbing at HRC special Our plumbing programmes are delivered by our partner organisation CK Assessment and Training based in Broxbourne. CK's achievements rates for Plumbing Diplomas are consistently above national average rates. All courses are delivered by qualified and experienced plumbers who between them have over 100 years of plumbing and gas industry experience Programmes are aimed at students of all ages and do not require previous experience. They are also suited to those with some knowledge or experience who wish to gain the qualifications they need to progress in their careers. What do our students say"I've really enjoyed it and I've learned a great deal since starting the course""My tutor made me feel confident about starting my assessments. I didn't think I'd be able to complete it but I did"