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To be able to start a bricklaying apprenticeship, you need to be employed for a minimum of 30 hours a week and attend college one day a week.
To be able to start a bricklaying apprenticeship, you need to be employed for a minimum of 30 hours a week and attend college one day a week.
As part of your apprenticeship, you will learn how to complete basic bricklaying tasks and work with a variety of materials. Your day to day work will include measuring work areas and setting out the first courses of bricks or blocks and how to then set up corners. You will check that they are straight using a spirit level and a line. You will learn to mix mortar and understand how to work out the quantities required, you will also need to understand the importance of Health and Safety on site.
ENGLISH AND MATHS
If not already achieved, the apprentice will have to achieve Level 1 English and maths and take the test for level 2 prior to taking their end-point assessment.
LINK TO PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
Start Date
Various Start Dates
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
Progression
On completion of your Apprenticeship you can move on to the Advanced Apprenticeship or into industry and employment if you have completed your advanced qualification.
Assessment Methods
Assessment takes place in the college workshops and out on site by a qualified assessor.
Course Fees
An employer contribution may apply for apprentices that are 19 plus. No contribution applies for 16-18 year olds in most cases.
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
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Term Dates
Autumn Term
2nd Sept 2024 – 25th Oct 2024
4th Nov 2024 – 20th Dec 2024
Spring Term
6th Jan 2025 – 14th Feb 2025
24th Feb 2025 – 4th Apr 2025
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom