• You want hands-on experience and a solid foundation to build a successful career in bricklaying and blocklaying and the broader building and Construction Industry.
• You want to transform your passion into skilled craftmanship as a Bricklayer and Blocklayer.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must: 

• Enjoy manual work and have a good level of physical fitness.
• Be comfortable working in varied weather conditions outdoors.
• Possess the ability to communicate with others.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Be able to follow instructions, Work Health and Safety procedures and work to deadlines.
• Have strong spatial awareness.
• Be confidence working from heights.

This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to work in the Bricklaying and Blocklaying Industry. You will learn how to undertake heritage bricklaying, refractory bricklaying, bricklaying, blocklaying and paving work in residential, industrial and commercial contexts, in both existing and new constructions.

This qualification reflects the trade qualified role of a Bricklayer and/or Blocklayer. The Bricklaying and Blocklaying Industry strongly affirm that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on campus as outlined in your training plan; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research, and complete assessment requirements.

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from different backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary.
• Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
  • Measurements and calculating the right materials for the job.
  • Read and interpret building plans.
  • Safe use of hand and power tools.
  • Handle and work with masonry materials.
  • Basic levelling.
  • Lay bricks and blocks for domestic, commercial, public buildings and landscaping.
  • Construct arches, masonry walls, curved walls, steps, stairs, structural systems, decorative brickwork, heritage restoration work, fireplaces and chimneys.
  • Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding.
  • Work safely at heights.
  • Apply workplace health and safety practices.
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.