Level 1 Bricklaying

You will learn the basic bricklaying techniques, skills and terminology used by a bricklayer. This introduction will give you the confidence to take your first steps into a career in bricklaying.

Basic block and bricklaying skills and cavity walling projects

GCSE grades of 3 or above in English and maths or equivalent.

Learners will have to provide their own stationery equipment including writing paper, pens, HB and 2H pencils, lever arch file, Architects scale rule, Personal Protective Equipment to include a high-Vis vest, safety boots/shoes and recommended textbooks. As a student at NWSLC, you are not required to pay material fees. You will only need to obtain your own PPE kit, which includes overalls and steel toe cap boots. However, we might be able to support you with funding for your PPE equipment, just get in touch with us. As a student at NWSLC, you are not required to pay material fees. You will only need to obtain your own PPE kit, which includes overalls and steel toe cap boots. However, we might be able to support you with funding for your PPE equipment, just get in touch with us.

You can move onto Level 2 Bricklaying or an Apprenticeship.