This course provides the skills and underpinning knowledge you need to become recognised as a bricklayer.
You will gain practical experience in our fully equipped professional workshops.
As well as bricklaying, you will learn about arches and openings, various types of walling and all aspects of building.
Areas you will study will include:
You must have a full Level 1 qualification in a relevant area.
You will be assessed against awarding body assessment criteria through a range of both theory and practical assessments.
You will be required to pass all assessments to complete the qualification.
A highly motivated team of industry specialists with a wealth of knowledge across a wide range of vocational trades.
Our aim is to work with young people to support them to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours to succeed in the construction environment.
If you have the right attitude and commitment we can support you to become who you want to be.
You will be required to carry out work experience to allow you to get an understanding of what it is like to work in the construction environment.
Once you’ve passed the HS&E test you’ll be able to gain work experience with local companies to practice the skills you learn at college in the real world.
Gaining this experience is ideal for moving onto an apprenticeship or full-time employment.
You’ll train at our purpose built Skills Academy for Construction which is kitted out with dedicated workshop areas for each trade.
This qualification will help you to build the industry skills, knowledge and behaviours you need to start your career in bricklaying.
After the course, you can progress to our Level 2 apprenticeship, if a vacancy is available.
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.
We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
Our specialist teams can help with:
See here for more information, pop into one of our enrolment events, call us on 0191 490 4627.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free or reduced price course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront in full and qualify for a 10% discount.
You can get more information at our enrolment events, by calling 0191 490 0300 or email us at [email protected]
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
To contact our dedicated Learning Support team email [email protected] or head to Live Chat
Knowledge
Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Public Safety and Security: Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Median Salary£32,794
Average QualificationsLevel 3 NVQ; A Levels
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