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Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Folkestone – Folkestone College

CostFREE
Duration8 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Folkestone. Classes run at Folkestone College during the day, part-time over 14 weeks. You'll build practical bricklaying skills and learn the foundations of working in construction. The pace is manageable, making it a practical option if you're balancing study with other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. A free bricklaying course for adults looking to get started in the trade.

Who this course is for

Build your knowledge of bricklaying and begin your journey into the construction industry.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to lay bricks accurately to line and level.
  • You'll learn how to mix and apply mortar correctly.
  • You'll learn how to construct basic brick and block walls.
  • You'll learn how to read and follow simple construction drawings.
  • You'll learn health and safety practices on construction sites.
  • You'll learn how to use and care for bricklaying tools and equipment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment alongside classroom-based teaching. Assessment is through practical tasks and skills demonstrations, where you show what you can do. You may also complete written or knowledge-based tasks to support your practical work. Folkestone College will give you full details of what's involved before you start.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bricklayer's labourer: support skilled bricklayers on site
  • Construction operative: general building and groundwork roles
  • Apprentice bricklayer: earn while you train toward full qualification
  • Dry stone waller: specialist heritage and landscape construction work

What you could study next

A natural next step is the Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying, which takes your practical skills further and is the level employers and apprenticeship frameworks typically look for. From there, a Level 3 NVQ in Bricklaying supports a CSCS skilled-worker card, which most construction sites require. If you want to move into site supervision or management, a Level 3 Award in Site Management Safety Training is worth exploring.

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