Bricklaying

Our bricklaying courses are the perfect building blocks to a successful career in the construction industry. With access to industry-standard equipment, work experience with employers and expert teaching, you will develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours to become a bricklayer.

LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN BRICKLAYING

1 YEAR

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This course will provide you with introductory bricklaying skills. You will learn how to construct brick, block walling and cavity walls. This course will also teach you how to go about setting out for basic masonry and mixing construction materials.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

Three GCSEs at grade 2 or above or an entry level qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

On completion of this course you could progress on to our Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying or secure an apprenticeship.

LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN BRICKLAYING

1 YEAR

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

Developing your skills from level 1 you will learn more complex skills, knowledge and behaviours such as learning about safe working practices, quantities, communication with others, building structural and decorative brickwork, repair and maintenance of masonry structures and building complex masonry structures.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

Four GCSEs grade 4 or above and a level 1 qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Progression is available on to our Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying where you will continue to develop your skills or by securing yourself an apprenticeship.

WHAT CAN I EARN?

Site manager £27,000 - £65,000 Construction labourer £17,000 - £30,000 Building technician £19,000 - £35,000 Bricklayer £17,000 - £42,000

Sourced from the National Careers Service. Correct at time of print.