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Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Chelmsford

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Chelmsford. Full-time daytime bricklaying classes run at Chelmsford College Princes. You'll need GCSEs at grades 9 - 2 in English and Maths to enrol. The course runs for one year and covers the fundamentals: handling materials, tools and equipment, health and safety, construction principles, and specialist brickwork skills. Alongside the main qualification, you'll also complete a Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment, which lets you apply for a CSCS card. This is an introductory level 1 bricklaying qualification; progression to Level 2 is needed to reach skilled status.

Who this course is for

Are you someone who wants to leave a lasting legacy and make a practical difference in people's lives? Do you have an eye for detail, a passion for learning, and an interest in the field of construction? If so, we recommend considering our Bricklaying course.

In this bricklaying course, you will gain a solid foundation in the basics of bricklaying, including the handling of materials, tools, and equipment. This is a 1-year introduction to the construction industry, featuring essential core units such as, health and safety, construction industry and construction principles and then specialist brickwork units to give you the skills to complete the job.

Entry requirements

GCSEs grades 9-2 in English and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll handle, move, and store construction materials and resources safely.
  • You'll apply health and safety rules on construction sites.
  • You'll understand the structure and practices of the construction industry.
  • You'll erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms.
  • You'll practise core bricklaying skills, including laying and bonding brickwork.
  • You'll develop further bricklaying techniques to complete more complex tasks.
  • You'll understand environmental awareness and sustainability in construction.
  • You'll learn about personal wellbeing in a construction environment.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom and in practical workshop sessions at Chelmsford College Princes. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks and unit-based assessments covering both core construction knowledge and specialist bricklaying skills. The additional Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment is assessed separately and qualifies you to apply for a CSCS card.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chelmsford College Princes will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bricklayer (trainee): entry-level site work after Level 2 and CSCS card.
  • Construction labourer: general site support while building bricklaying skills.
  • Bricklaying apprentice: earn while you learn toward skilled status.
  • Groundworker: related site role open to construction-trained candidates.
  • Dry stone waller: specialist heritage and landscaping brickwork.
  • Repointing and restoration operative: maintenance and repair brickwork roles.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying: the natural next step after this course, moving you toward semi-skilled and skilled bricklayer status.
  • Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Level 2): combine on-the-job training with study and earn while you work.
  • CSCS Skilled Worker Card: once you hold a Level 2 qualification, you can apply for the card you'll need to work on most UK construction sites.
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