Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Hinckley. Classes run at North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Harrowbrook Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need GCSE grades 3 or above in English and maths, or an equivalent qualification, to enrol. This year-long bricklaying qualification covers the core skills and knowledge you need to start working in construction. It's a solid first step toward a career as a bricklayer.
Who this course is for
This programme is suitable for school leavers. If you are interested in persuing this course as an adult please get in contact with us.
Entry requirements
GCSE grades of 3 or above in English and maths or equivalent.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to lay bricks and blocks to industry standards.
You'll practise setting out and building walls, piers, and corners.
You'll develop skills in mixing and applying mortar correctly.
You'll understand how to read and interpret construction drawings.
You'll follow health and safety procedures on construction sites.
You'll learn how to use and maintain bricklaying tools and equipment.
You'll gain an understanding of materials, including their properties and uses.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and workshop, building real bricklaying skills alongside underpinning knowledge. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate your skills, as well as written or knowledge-based assessments. Your progress is measured throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Harrowbrook Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer: how to become a bricklayer starts here
Construction labourer: support skilled trades on site
Groundworker: prepare sites and lay foundations
Dry stone waller: specialist heritage and landscaping work
Repointing and restoration operative: repair and maintain older buildings
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.
Construction Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training to build your career in the trade.
