NPA Award in Construction: Bricklaying

Course Content

Overview:

This nationally recognised qualification provides learners with the practical skills and knowledge required for a career in bricklaying and construction. It combines hands-on training with core employability and academic skills.

What You’ll Learn:

Practical Brickwork Skills: Half-brick walling, One-brick walling, Blockwork and Arch construction

Health and Safety: Safe working practices in construction

Employability Skills: Timekeeping, teamwork, and communication

Core Skills Development: Numeracy, ICT & Communication

All units within the course must be achieved to gain certification.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Gateway to Trade Skills (Construction) at SCQF Level 4 course or two passes at National 5 (or equivalent), one National 5 to be in English or Maths, or relevant industry experience.

All applicants must pass a satisfactory interview and complete a diagnostic test with a score of 40% or above.

Method of Assessment

Practical based assessments and theoretical knowledge-based assessments both open and closed book at SCQF level 5.

Future Prospects

On successful completion, learners can progress to: 

• Apprenticeships in bricklaying or general construction
• Masonry operative
• Construction site operative - Groundworker
• Progression to SCQF Level 6 construction courses
• Entry-level roles with building contractors or housebuilders.