16-19 Courses
Bricklaying (Trowel Occupations) Apprenticeship - 2012:13
| Please note, fees are based on academic year 2011-12 and are intended as a guide only. We will update this information for 2012-13 as soon as we have it and accordingly to government funding and guidelines. |
Why Study Here The opportunity to study whilst working and gain vital knowledge from experienced tutors/assessors.
Suitable For You will need to be employed full time in the construction industry.
Application Method Application followed by individual interview
Entry Requirements You should be working in the industry and interested in developing your skills. Good GCSEs are an advantage.
Content / Overview Construction is a multi-billion pound industry that deals with developing and building anything from a housing estate to a bridge. On this apprenticeship topics include:
- General workplace safety
- Efficient work practices
- Move and handle resources
- Erect masonry structure
- Set out masonry structures
- Erect masonry cladding
- Lay domestic draining
- Erect thin joint masonry structures
- Place and finish non-specialist concrete
- Plaster and render surfaces
- Maintain slate and tile roofing
Delivery Method Training is delivered on a one day per week release basis at College where a tutor will monitor your progress.
Assessment You will be allocated an NVQ Asessor who will conduct assessments in the work place.
Progression On successful completion of the Apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to progress onto the Bricklaying (Trowel Occupations) Advanced Apprenticeship.
Homework You may have to complete sections of your portfolio outside of College or working hours.
All students aged 19 years or over on 1 September in the first year of their course are expected to pay tuition, registration, exam fees and all other course related costs. Some assistance with these costs may be available depending on your circumstances and the latest government funding position. There are normally no tuition, registration or examination fees to pay if you are aged 16-18 on 1 September in the first year of your course and are a British or European Union resident. This does not apply to HNCs/Ds, Foundation Degrees, Degrees or courses that do not attract government funding.
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