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Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Havering

CostFREE
Duration4 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Havering. Classes run at Specialist Trade Courses. This four-week, full-time daytime bricklaying course takes you from beginner level through to practical brickwork skills, with teaching tailored to your current experience. You'll work hands-on throughout, building technique and finishing quality under the guidance of skilled tutors. The course runs on a rolling four-week cycle, so there are regular start dates. This is a level 1 bricklaying qualification recognised in the construction sector.

Who this course is for

This is a 4 weeks hands on practical course running every 4 weeks to teach brickwork from beginner to experienced trades person. Our delivery is tailored to your current knowledge and experience. Fully funded for learners 19 years + currently claiming JSA, ESA and Universal Credit. We have a motivated team of highly skilled tutors, all offering the best professional trade skill training available, we put great emphasis on a high quality finish, In fact if you do not hold the same high opinion of any training we deliver to you after completing your course with us, we will give you the opportunity to return and re take any of modules you have undertaken, this is also true of any lecture you have taken as a refresher later on, so if your trained by us you can be confident you will receive complete technical support for as long as you need it after you finish. We also invite anyone interested in joining one of our courses to visit us beforehand to see our centre in action first hand. Funded course also includes Health & Safety L1 training, CSCS test and card.

Entry requirements

Fully funded for learners 19 years + currently claiming JSA, ESA and Universal Credit.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn to set out and build brick structures to a professional standard.
  • You'll practise laying bricks accurately using correct bonding patterns.
  • You'll develop mortar mixing and jointing techniques.
  • You'll learn to read and follow basic construction drawings.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to brickwork.
  • You'll build finishing skills with emphasis on quality and accuracy.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a classroom and workshop setting. Teaching is tailored to your starting point, whether you're new to brickwork or have some experience already. Assessment is based on your practical work and demonstration of bricklaying skills throughout the four-week course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Specialist Trade Courses will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bricklayer: how to become a bricklayer on residential or commercial sites.
  • Bricklaying labourer: support skilled bricklayers on construction projects.
  • Construction operative: general site work across a range of trades.
  • Groundworker: foundation and groundwork roles that sit alongside brickwork.
  • Self-employed tradesperson: take on small brickwork and repair jobs independently.

What you could study next

After this Level 1 Certificate, a natural next step is the Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying, which develops your skills further and moves you toward the NVQ Level 2 in Bricklaying. The NVQ is the qualification bricklayers typically need to apply for a CSCS Skilled Worker card, which most construction sites require. Some learners also go on to complete an Apprenticeship in Bricklaying to gain on-site experience alongside formal training.

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