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Award in Bricklaying – Level 1

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  • Is this course for you?

    Construction is a booming industry with lots of jobs and career opportunities. The Award in Bricklaying will provide you with an introduction to the construction industry after only 12 weeks, 1 evening per week.

    You will be working with experienced staff to learn the traditional, but much sought after trade of bricklaying. The college has close links to many construction companies and the training experience within our on-site workshops means that you will use the latest construction tools and materials to gain industry level skills so that you will know exactly what to expect when you start your career.

    We have two locations perfectly located at each end of the A5 making your journey an easy one either by public transport or by your own mode of transport.

  • Required qualifications

    You will only need an interest in construction.

  • What skills will I develop?

    You will study and be assessed in the following subjects:

    • Health, safety and welfare in construction
    • Carrying out bricklaying activities

  • Careers

    South Staffordshire College offers progression onto the Diploma in Bricklaying, Other opportunities would be to undertake an apprenticeship in bricklaying to become a fully qualified tradesperson.

    Once qualified you could work on-site for a building constructor or start your own building business and carry out new builds and repairs on a variety of construction projects. The list in endless.

  • English and maths

    Whilst at South Staffordshire College you may also wish to study maths and English, speak ton your tutor about these additional courses.

  • Other important information

    Students will need to purchase protective overalls and toe-protective footwear as well as basic stationery. Support is provided through bursary should you need this. Our friendly Learner Services team will be happy to help.

  • Is this course for you?

    Construction is a booming industry with lots of jobs and career opportunities. The Award in Bricklaying will provide you with an introduction to the construction industry after only 12 weeks, 1 evening per week.

    You will be working with experienced staff to learn the traditional, but much sought after trade of bricklaying. The college has close links to many construction companies and the training experience within our on-site workshops means that you will use the latest construction tools and materials to gain industry level skills so that you will know exactly what to expect when you start your career.

    We have two locations perfectly located at each end of the A5 making your journey an easy one either by public transport or by your own mode of transport.

  • Required qualifications

    You will only need an interest in construction.

  • What skills will I develop?

    You will study and be assessed in the following subjects:

    • Health, safety and welfare in construction
    • Carrying out bricklaying activities

  • Careers

    South Staffordshire College offers progression onto the Diploma in Bricklaying, Other opportunities would be to undertake an apprenticeship in bricklaying to become a fully qualified tradesperson.

    Once qualified you could work on-site for a building constructor or start your own building business and carry out new builds and repairs on a variety of construction projects. The list in endless.

  • English and maths

    Whilst at South Staffordshire College you may also wish to study maths and English, speak ton your tutor about these additional courses.

  • Other important information

    Students will need to purchase protective overalls and toe-protective footwear as well as basic stationery. Support is provided through bursary should you need this. Our friendly Learner Services team will be happy to help.

Testimonials

Harry Smith

"The bricklaying tutors were very helpful and inspired me to work to the best of my ability and encouraged me to work in the construction industry."

Harry Smith

Bricklaying Student

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