Level 1 Bricklaying Course in Sutton. Classes run at Carshalton College, full-time during the day. The course takes one year and gives you a solid foundation in bricklaying skills. You'll cover the core techniques that employers in construction look for. It's a City and Guilds level 1 bricklaying qualification, so your certificate is recognised across the industry. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll learn to lay bricks and blocks to industry standards.
You'll read and interpret basic construction drawings and plans.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to construction sites.
You'll mix and use mortar correctly for different applications.
You'll build corners, junctions, and straight walls to specified dimensions.
You'll use and maintain hand tools and equipment safely.
You'll understand the properties and uses of common building materials.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the workshop alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, as well as 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. Carshalton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer's labourer: support skilled bricklayers on construction projects.
Construction operative: general site work while building trade experience.
Groundworker: site preparation and groundwork for new builds.
Dry stone waller: specialist heritage and landscaping brickwork.
Repointing and repair operative: maintenance work on existing structures.
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: for experienced bricklayers moving into supervisory or advanced roles.
Construction T Level: a broader route into construction management or design if you want to move off the tools.
