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Bricklaying Apprentice

Course Code: APP0287
  • Level: 2
  • Qualification: Apprenticeship
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course type: Full-time
  • Time of day: Daytime
  • When you'll study: You will work Monday to Friday, with at least 20% of your time spent in the College dedicated to study.

What's it all about?

Ready to jumpstart your career while learning and earning at the same time? An Apprenticeship is a great way for you to dive straight into your chosen career. You’ll split your time between learning on the job with experienced professionals and attending the College to gain essential knowledge. It’s hands-on, practical, and you’ll be earning a qualification while you work. Expect to build real skills, make connections, and have fun getting a head start in your future career!

As a Bricklayer, you’ll play a crucial role in constructing the buildings and infrastructure that form the backbone of our communities. You’ll work with a variety of materials to create durable and aesthetically pleasing structures. Your responsibilities may include laying bricks, blocks, and other types of building materials to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches, and other structures. This Apprenticeship offers a diverse range of experiences and opportunities to develop your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Course information

This Apprenticeship will cover various areas including the following:

  • laying bricks, blocks, and other types of building materials
  • constructing and repairing walls, foundations, partitions, and arches
  • health and safety
  • principles of construction. 
This Apprenticeship spans 24 months, combining practical work experience with study. At least 20% of your time will be dedicated to off-the-job training, where you’ll gain valuable knowledge and skills through structured learning and hands-on practice. The remaining 80% will be spent working within an organisation, applying your learning in real-world bricklaying tasks such as constructing durable and aesthetically pleasing structures, working with a variety of materials, and playing a crucial role in building the infrastructure that forms the backbone of our communities. 

For the best chance of success, learners are required to have a minimum of grade 4 (C) in English and maths.

The end point assessment will consist of a multiple-choice test, an interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence and a practical assessment with questions.

Following successful completion, you could progress onto employment within the sector. This could include roles such as a site manager, bricklayer, carpenter, etc.

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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