Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Worthing. Classes run full-time at Northbrook MET West Durrington Campus. The course takes one year and covers the skills and knowledge you need to start working as a bricklayer. You'll train in a workshop built to reflect site conditions, taught by tradespeople with industry experience. To start, you'll need at least two GCSEs at grade 2 (F) or above, preferably including English and maths. This is a City and Guilds level 1 bricklaying qualification.
Who this course is for
p Bricklayers are currently in high demand and are well paid. This fun and exciting course will give you the skills and knowledge you will need to start your career as a bricklayer and prepare you for employment in the industry. The course is taught by industry experienced tradespeople in our Centre of Excellence for Brickwork and our facilities simulate real work environments. Based in our newly refurbished workshops our expert teachers will give you the confidence to work as part of a team and on your own. /p ul li Purpose built construction and engineering centre /li li Highly experienced and qualified staff /li li Facilities simulate real work environments /li li Opportunities for work experience /li /ul
Entry requirements
To start at Level 1 you should have at least two GCSEs at grade 2 (F) or above preferably including English and maths. If you do not have the required entry grades you may be suited to an Inclusion Pathfinders course.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to lay bricks and blocks to industry standards.
You'll develop skills in setting out and constructing brick walls.
You'll practise working with mortar, including mixing and application.
You'll learn how to read and interpret construction drawings.
You'll understand health and safety practices on construction sites.
You'll build the ability to work accurately and to specification.
You'll develop teamwork skills used in construction environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the campus workshops, supported by classroom teaching. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northbrook MET West Durrington Campus 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. Entry-level site work while building your skills.
Bricklaying apprentice. Earn while you train toward a higher qualification.
Groundworker. Broader construction role using related trade knowledge.
Dry stone waller. Specialist bricklaying and stonework on heritage projects.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying (City and Guilds). The natural next step after Level 1, covering more complex brickwork and preparing you for skilled site work.
Level 3 NVQ in Bricklaying. The qualification that supports a CSCS skilled-worker card, recognised by employers across the construction industry.
Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3). Combines paid work with structured training toward a full trade qualification.
