The broad purpose of the occupation is to set out and lay bricks, brick specials, blocks and other materials to construct and repair complex walls and features such as chimneys, battered, angled, radial and decorative masonry work. Craft bricklayers plan and organise the work site, both for themselves and others and verify the quality of the work of others within their team. They are technical experts in their team, providing direction and advice to others and advise on work approach and problem solving. They are responsible for ensuring the masonry element of the construction programme is delivered to specification, time and in a safe and sustainable manner. Craft bricklayers typically work outdoors on construction sites, in most weathers and at height.
Course Content
What Modules will you Study?
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Where will I learn?
Channelside Campus
How much will this course cost?
There are no course fees for apprentices.
Apprentices will receive a wage from their employer.
Entry Requirements
What are the entry requirements?
Individual employers will set the selection criteria, but this is likely to include:
Apprentice Level 2: A minimum of four GCSEs at grades A – E, grades 9-3, or an equivalent qualification.
Advanced Apprentice Level 3: An Apprenticeship at Level 2, five GCSEs grade 9-4, or other equivalent qualification.
Higher Level Apprenticeship Level 4: These are available in some subject areas; but in all instances you will need to be already qualified to Level 3.
Progression
What opportunities will this lead to?
On successful achievement of this apprenticeship learners typically work in roles such as:
Craft bricklayer
Foremen bricklayer
Senior bricklayer