Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Ipswich. Classes run at Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural. You'll study full-time during the day, spending a year building practical bricklaying skills in workshop sessions. The course covers the core techniques of bricklaying alongside personal, social, and employability skills. You'll also get the chance to take part in community projects and competitions such as the Suffolk Show, putting your skills to the test in real settings. Entry requires two GCSEs at Grade 1 including maths and/or English, or you can demonstrate the ability to work at Level 1 through an assessment.
Who this course is for
This is a study programme where you will learn the basic practical aspects of Bricklaying in our workshops, with the opportunity to progress onto higher levels of study. You can test your skills against others at exhibitions and competitions, such as the Suffolk Show, while also having the chance to gain a greater understanding of working life by getting involved with a selection of community projects. The course will also develop your personal, social and employability skills. You will learn about the trade and find out what you need to get a job by attending different exhibitions and attending a range of talks by local and national employers.
Entry requirements
Two GCSEs at Grade 1 including maths and/or English, or demonstrate the ability to work towards Level 1 in maths and English in an assessment.
What you will learn
You'll practise the fundamental practical techniques of bricklaying in a workshop environment.
You'll develop your ability to lay bricks accurately to standard construction methods.
You'll build personal, social, and employability skills alongside your trade skills.
You'll apply your skills through community projects and industry competitions.
You'll gain an understanding of what working in the construction industry involves.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the college's bricklaying workshops. Alongside practical work, the course develops your wider employability skills. Assessment is based on your practical performance and progress throughout the year, with opportunities to demonstrate your skills at external competitions and community projects.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer's labourer: support skilled bricklayers on construction sites.
Construction operative: general site work while building trade experience.
Apprentice bricklayer: earn while you train toward a full bricklaying qualification.
Groundworker: site preparation and groundworks for construction projects.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for anyone wanting to work as a bricklayer. Develops your technical skills and is a step toward the Level 3 NVQ that experienced bricklayers need for a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Level 2): combine paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.
