Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Scunthorpe. Classes run at North Lindsey College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover blocklaying, bricklaying, and cavity walling, plus how to set out and build masonry structures up to damp proof course level. Health, safety, and welfare in construction is also part of the programme. You build a portfolio alongside theory exams and practical workshop models. Entry requires grades 3 and 4. A solid first step toward a bricklaying qualification and work in the trade.
Who this course is for
It allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Bricklaying. It covers the following skills: Carry out Blocklaying Activities Carry out Bricklaying Activitie Carry out Walling Activities Contribute to Setting Out and Building of Masonry Structures up to Damp Proof Course
Entry requirements
Grades 3 and 4.
What you will learn
You'll carry out blocklaying activities to industry standards.
You'll carry out bricklaying activities, including bonding and jointing.
You'll carry out cavity walling activities.
You'll contribute to setting out and building masonry structures up to damp proof course.
You'll apply principles of building construction, information, and communication.
You'll follow health, safety, and welfare requirements on construction sites.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions in the workshop. Assessment combines online and paper-based theory exams with a portfolio of practical models you build during the course. The portfolio records your knowledge and skills across each area of the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Lindsey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer's labourer: support skilled bricklayers on site while you develop.
Construction operative: general site work across residential and commercial projects.
Masonry worker: blockwork and brickwork for housing and commercial builds.
Groundworker: site preparation and below-ground construction work.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying (City and Guilds): the next step up, covering more complex brickwork and preparing you for skilled site work.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying: the qualification bricklayers typically need for a CSCS skilled-worker card and to work independently on site.
Bricklaying Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.
