Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Leeds – Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus
CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. You'll cover bricklaying tools and equipment, setting out basic building work, and building brick and block walls, including cavity walls and modern methods like thin joint masonry and timber frame cladding. Before you start, you'll complete an assessment; learners aged 16 to 18 also attend an interview. This is a solid entry point into the construction industry.
Who this course is for
How to use bricklaying tools and equipment
How to set out basic building work
How to build simple brick/block walls
How to build solid walls
How to build cavity walls
How to build using modern construction methods e.g. thin joint masonry and timber frame cladding
Entry requirements
If you are aged 16-18 you will complete an assessment and attend an interview. If you are aged 19 and over you will complete a basic skills assessment.
What you will learn
You'll use bricklaying tools and equipment correctly and safely.
You'll set out basic building work on site.
You'll build simple brick and block walls.
You'll construct solid walls to a standard specification.
You'll build cavity walls.
You'll apply modern construction methods, including thin joint masonry and timber frame cladding.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom and workshop environment. Assessment is based on the skills and knowledge you demonstrate throughout the course. Your progress will be assessed against the requirements of the City and Guilds Extended Certificate in Construction Skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer's labourer: assist on residential and commercial building sites.
Construction operative: general site work across a range of trades.
Groundworker: foundations, drainage, and site preparation.
Dry liner: internal wall and ceiling systems in new builds.
Masonry assistant: support skilled bricklayers on larger projects.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step if you want to specialise in bricklaying and work toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry: if you want to explore a different trade after completing your Level 1 construction skills qualification.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths: supports applications for apprenticeships and further construction training.
