Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Lambeth. Classes run at London South Bank Technical College. You'll combine practical workshop sessions with construction theory, learning to build with bricks and blocks from the ground up. The course runs full-time during the day and takes 36 weeks to complete. Entry requires Functional Skills Entry Level 3 in English and maths, or an initial assessment to confirm the right starting point.
Who this course is for
If you want a career as a bricklayer or builder, or to work in the construction industry in general, then the Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying is a great place for you to start.This course will teach you a combination of practical skills and theory; developing your construction knowledge while giving you hands-on building experience. The practical sessions are held in our fully-equipped workshop and you will learn how to build with both bricks and blocks, starting with basic brick corners and working up to cavity walling. You will also develop your knowledge of the construction industry with classroom-based sessions.You will learn everything from the principles of construction, communication, and health and safety, through to block laying and bricklaying, cavity walling, building masonry structures, and damp proofing.The Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying is designed to give you the basic knowledge and core skills you need to work safely and confidently in the construction industry, and is ideally suited to those of you who want to progress on to further training or an apprenticeship. All 16-18 years old who do not have min GCSE grade 4 or Level 2 Functional skills in both English and maths will be required to study English and maths alongside their vocational qualification. Additionally you will be required to complete min 45 hours of work experience.
Entry requirements
Functional Skills Entry Level 3 English and maths qualifications or initial assessment in English and maths.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to build brick corners and basic structures using bricks and blocks.
You'll develop practical bricklaying techniques in a fully-equipped workshop.
You'll study construction theory alongside hands-on building work.
You'll learn how to work safely on construction tasks.
You'll build understanding of materials, tools, and methods used in bricklaying.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom-based theory. Practical work takes place in a fully-equipped workshop where you build with bricks and blocks. Assessment is based on your practical skills and your understanding of construction theory, developed through both hands-on tasks and taught sessions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South Bank Technical College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer: how to become a bricklayer starting with site labouring roles.
Construction labourer: support skilled trades on residential and commercial sites.
Groundworker: prepare sites and lay foundations ahead of brickwork.
Builder's merchant assistant: product knowledge from training supports this role.
Maintenance operative: carry out basic brickwork repairs in housing or facilities.
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.
T Level in Construction: a broader construction qualification if you want to move into site supervision or technical roles.
