Free Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Oldham. Classes run at Oldham College, full-time during the day. To start, you'll need English and maths at GCSE grades E to G (grades 1 to 2) or Functional Skills Entry Level 3. This free bricklaying course covers the core skills and knowledge needed to work safely and accurately with brick and block. The course runs for around 621 hours. It's a solid entry point into the trade and a recognised level 1 bricklaying qualification.
Who this course is for
All Learners
Entry requirements
English & maths GCSE Grades E-G/1- 2 or English & maths Functional SkillsEntry Level 3.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to lay bricks and blocks to line and level.
You'll practise mixing and applying mortar correctly.
You'll learn how to set out and build straight walls and corners.
You'll understand how to read and follow construction drawings.
You'll learn health and safety rules for working on construction sites.
You'll develop skills in using hand tools and bricklaying equipment.
You'll learn how to identify and work with different types of brick and block.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to a set standard, along with written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. Your progress is assessed throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oldham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer's labourer. Support skilled bricklayers on site.
Construction operative. General site work across trades.
Groundworker. Foundations, drainage, and groundworks.
Dry stone waller. Specialist heritage and landscape walling.
Repointing and restoration operative. Repair and maintenance of existing brickwork.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying (City and Guilds). The next step toward becoming a qualified bricklayer. A Level 2 bricklaying qualification opens the door to a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths. Strengthens your application for Level 2 trade courses and meets the English and maths requirements many employers look for.
