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Bricklaying Construction Diploma Level 1

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Key Facts

Qualification Aim
Bricklaying Construction Diploma Level 1

Entry Requirements
2 Ds or above at GCSE level or equivalent

Start Date
September 2010

What To Do Next?
Bricklaying Construction Diploma Level 2

Course Overview

This course will provide you with the basic skills needed to “build” a career in Bricklaying.

The course acts as a good introduction to the trade and will give you the opportunity to develop the skills you will need to progress to the Level 2 Diploma, and possible employment.
The course will appeal to school leavers or mature students with little or no experience in bricklaying, but with an interest in pursuing a career in the trade.

Course Structure

This is a one year course delivered at Hornet Close Brickwork Department with attendance at college for 2 days a week Course content to include:
  • Health & safety
  • Storing & Mixing Materials
  • Basic building of brick walls
  • Calculating quantities
  • Theory of the subject area
  • Essential Skills

Qualification Aims

Successful candidates will achieve the Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying
 
Candidates may then be able to progress onto the Level 2 Diploma (or NVQ L2 if they find employment)

Assessments/Examinations

Ongoing assessments
1 multiple choice paper

Cost / Equipment

Tuition Fees - £495

Tuition is free to those aged 16-18 years.

Free tuition is also available to those in receipt of certain benefits, or to their unwaged dependants.

Equipment Costs - £35 Students are also expected to provide steel toe cap boots

If you are not on benefits but find it difficult to pay any course related costs due to financial hardship, contact Student Welfare on 01843 605048

Entry Requirements

  • 2 A - D grades at GCSE
  • Initial assessment for Literacy and Numeracy
  • College interview.

Start Date

September 2010

How to Apply

If you wish to apply for any of our courses, please complete and return an application form.

If you have any problems completing the form or have any questions regarding the application process, please contact our Student Admissions team on 01843 605049, or email student_admissions@thanet.ac.uk.