Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Eastleigh. Classes run at Eastleigh College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers the core skills and knowledge needed to start working in bricklaying. You will need five GCSEs at grades 3 to 9 or equivalent, including English and maths, to join. This level 1 bricklaying qualification is for learners aged 16 to 18 years old, or up to 24 years old with an Education, Health and Care Plan.
Who this course is for
Full time learners who are 16-18 years old
Entry requirements
You will need five GCSEs at grades 3-9, or equivalent (including English and
maths).This full-time course is designed for young people aged 16-18 (or
up to 24 if supported with an EHCP).
What you will learn
You'll learn how to lay bricks and blocks to a range of bond patterns.
You'll practise setting out and building walls to given specifications.
You'll develop skills in mixing and applying mortar correctly.
You'll learn how to read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
You'll understand health and safety practices on construction sites.
You'll learn how to use and maintain bricklaying tools and equipment safely.
You'll develop knowledge of materials used in bricklaying and their properties.
How you will learn
You will learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, as well as written or knowledge-based assessments. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Eastleigh College 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, working toward full bricklaying roles with on-site experience.
Construction operative, general site work across residential and commercial projects.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying. The next step up, covering more complex brickwork and preparing you for skilled bricklayer roles.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying. A higher-level qualification that can support a CSCS skilled-worker card, recognised by employers across the construction industry.
Bricklaying Apprenticeship. Combines paid work with structured training toward a full trade qualification.
