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Construction Skills (Brick) L1

Calderdale College

Calderdale College, Francis Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 3UZ

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 1
Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Available start dates

Monday, 05 October 2026
Calderdale College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course is ideal for developing skills in Brickwork. This is a practical and theory based course which consists of you working through a number of technical and practical units.

The Brickwork City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma will need you to complete specific units and topics. You will work towards the following units to make up the full qualification:

Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction

Principles of Building Construction, Information and Communication

Contribute to Setting Out and Building of Masonry Structures up to Damp Proof Course

Carrying Out Brick Laying Activities

Carrying Out Block Laying Activities

Carrying Out Cavity Walling Activities

Each unit will include an externally set assessment to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the unit. Students will have to participate in a course suitability test within the first six weeks of the course.

Course Details

https://www.calderdale.ac.uk/construction/

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Continuous assessment throughout the course based on practical observation, portfolio of evidence, written assessments and online exams.

Entry requirements

All applicants will be required to have successfully completed a suitability assessment.

Applicants will attend an interview with a specialist tutor. Candidates are required to show enthusiasm and commitment to the course.

After applying, you will be invited to attend an Admissions Event and tour our facilities and have all of your questions answered by one of our experts.

Your next steps...

All successful students may have the opportunity to progress onto a Brickwork Diploma Level 2 or an NVQ Level 2 through the work based evidence route.

Employment opportunities could include an apprenticeship in your chosen trade area.


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