Introduction to Bricklaying - Entry Level
Overview
This four-week part-time evening course is designed to help adults aged 19 and over to learn, develop, and practice the skills needed for employment and/or career progression in bricklaying. The course is conducted in small, supportive groups and is both fun and engaging.
Start dates and fees
Start date(s)
- Please refer to the table below.
Time
- 5.00-8.00pm (Monday and Tuesday)
Cost
- FREE*
- Aged 19 or over (on 31 August 2025)
- Earning below £25,750
- Unemployed and in receipt of qualifying benefits
- Employed and in receipt of qualifying benefits but take-home pay (disregarding benefits) is less than £892 a month (sole adult) or £1,437 a month (joint benefit)
- Economically inactive (learners who are not working and in receipt of benefits).
- £75* - if you do not fall into the above criteria.
*New learners only. Returning learners would be required to pay the full course fee of £150.
| Start Date | Code | Annual Fee (Age) | Actions |
| over 19 |
| 03/11/2025 | 2272A102 | £75.00** E | Apply |
| 08/12/2025 | 2272A103 | £75.00** E | Apply |
E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our fees for adult learners page for more information.
What will I study?
Your will:
- Carry out blocklaying, bricklaying and cavity walling activities
- Contribute to setting out and building masonry structures up to a damp proof course.
Entry requirements
- This course is only available to learners aged 19+
- Must live in England and NOT live in one of the locations listed here
- No previous experience or skills are required.
How long is the course?
4 weeks.
How will I be assessed?
Practical assessment.
What does the course lead to?
Completing this course could lead to working in a junior role in bricklaying within construction or as a maintenance professional, either employed or self-employed.
Large employers include local council maintenance departments and schools.
What can I progress onto?