Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Crewe. Classes run full-time during the day at Cheshire College Crewe Campus. The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college for details. Over around 340 hours, you will build the practical and technical skills that bricklaying work demands. This City and Guilds level 1 bricklaying qualification covers the core knowledge and hands-on techniques used on construction sites.
Who this course is for
"Please enquire with the colleges Customer Services team to find out more about Bricklaying Diploma - Level 1 - C&G suitability for learner types.
Entry requirements
"Individual Study Programmes will be discussed at interview to meet individual needs."
What you will learn
You'll learn how to lay bricks and blocks to a range of bond patterns.
You'll develop skills in mixing and applying mortar correctly.
You'll learn how to set out and build walls to given specifications.
You'll understand health and safety requirements on construction sites.
You'll learn how to use and maintain bricklaying tools and equipment safely.
You'll develop knowledge of construction materials and their properties.
You'll learn how to read and interpret basic construction drawings and instructions.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based and practical. You will develop skills through hands-on exercises as well as taught sessions. Assessment is through practical tasks and knowledge-based work. Your individual study programme will be discussed at interview so the course is planned around your needs.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College Crewe Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer, how to become a bricklayer starting at labourer or trainee level.
Construction labourer, supporting bricklaying and groundwork teams on site.
Trainee bricklayer, entry-level site work building practical experience.
Dry stone waller, specialist bricklaying and walling work outdoors.
Repointing and restoration operative, maintenance and repair of existing brickwork.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying (City and Guilds) - the next step toward skilled bricklayer status and a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying - for experienced bricklayers looking to demonstrate advanced competence on site.
Functional Skills Maths and English at Level 2 - useful alongside trade qualifications and often required by employers and apprenticeship programmes.
