Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Bridgwater. Evening bricklaying classes run at Bridgwater College, so you can fit study around your week. Over one year part-time, you'll cover the core skills and knowledge bricklaying work demands. This is a City and Guilds level 1 bricklaying qualification, recognised in the construction sector as a solid starting point for anyone working toward a career as a bricklayer. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
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 study how to set out and build straight and curved walls.
You'll learn how to read and interpret basic construction drawings.
You'll cover health, safety, and welfare requirements on construction sites.
You'll develop skills in using and maintaining bricklaying tools and equipment.
You'll learn how to work to tolerances and quality standards.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom and practical workshop setting at Bridgwater College. You'll learn through a combination of hands-on practical tasks and underpinning knowledge work. Assessment includes practical skills tests and written or knowledge-based assessments. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bridgwater College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer's labourer: support skilled bricklayers on construction sites.
Construction operative: general site work while building trade skills.
Groundworker: site preparation and groundworks for new builds.
Bricklayer (with further training): lay bricks and blocks on residential and commercial projects.
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: required for experienced bricklayers seeking advanced CSCS recognition.
Functional Skills Maths and English Level 2: useful alongside trade qualifications and often required by employers and further education providers.
