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Level 1 Award in Bricklaying | Furness College
 Level 1 Award in Bricklaying

Level 1 Award in Bricklaying

The Level 1 Award in Brickwork is a short evening course which will support you to understand the basics of bricklaying.

Our evening classes are exclusive to adults, taught in our workshop in small groups. Our evening courses are suitable for those considering a new career in construction.

We also offer courses in plastering, plumbing, carpentry & joinery and painting and decorating, as well as the next level in bricklaying should you wish to progress.

Our bricklaying classes run throughout the year in six weeks blocks.

Fees: £40 per learner.

Funding may be available if unemployed or earning less than £25,750 per year, subject to residency eligibility criteria.

Start date:
3.11.2025
3.3.2026

Course Content

What Modules will you Study?

You will learn:

- An introduction to health and safety in construction

- Constructing half brick walling

- Constructing half brick return walling

Where will I learn?

Channelside Campus

How much will this course cost?

Fees: £40 per learner.
Funding may be available if unemployed, in receipt of benefits or receiving a low income. This can be discussed after application.

Entry Requirements

What are the entry requirements?

Level 1 in Brickwork is aimed at adults aged 19 and over.

There are no formal entry requirements other than an interest in the subject and a commitment to attending and completing the course.

Progression

What opportunities will this lead to?

You may wish to progress to Level 1 Certificate in Bricklaying, or one of our other construction courses in plastering, plumbing, carpentry & joinery or painting & decorating.

Channelside
Barrow-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA14 2PJ
Rating Lane
Barrow-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA13 9LE
Contact Us Tel: 01229 825 017 (Channelside Campus)
Tel: 01229 828 377 (The Sixth Form)
Email: info@furness.ac.uk
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