Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the trade qualified role of a bricklayer, blocklayer or paver who may have responsibility for undertaking heritage bricklaying, refractory bricklaying, bricklaying, blocklaying and paving work in residential, industrial and commercial contexts, in both existing and new constructions. The bricklaying, blocklaying and paving industry strongly affirms 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.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Suite 603 Level 6 2 Meredith St, BANKSTOWN, NSW 2200

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Hallmark Institute has the following entry requirements where International students must: Be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent; Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs; Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following: Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or Successful completion of an English Placement Test. *Note: Other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students must provide results to confirm equivalence to IELTS 6.0. Technology Literacy Requirements To successfully undertake CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying, the student should have: Ability to produce and present high-level word-processed documents/reports of several pages; Ability to obtain, interpret, evaluate, and present information from a variety of sources (reading or online); Ability to analyse, research and provide statistical data based on specific trends; Ability to work with a diverse workforce.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying typically pursue roles as bricklayers, blocklayers, or pavers in various settings, including residential, industrial, and commercial construction projects. They may work on tasks such as heritage bricklaying, refractory bricklaying, and paving, contributing to both new builds and renovations. This qualification prepares them for a skilled trade career in the construction industry.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units29 units

CPCCBL2001

Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials

CPCCBL2001

Handle and prepare bricklaying and block-laying materials

CPCCBL2002

Use bricklaying and block-laying tools and equipment

CPCCBL3002

Carry out masonry veneer construction

CPCCBL3003

Carry out cavity brick construction

CPCCBL3005

Lay masonry walls and corners

CPCCBL3006

Lay multi-thickness walls and piers

CPCCBL3009

Install flashings and damp-proof course

CPCCBL3010

Construct masonry arches

CPCCBL3011

Construct curved walls

CPCCBL3013

Construct masonry structural systems

CPCCCA3002

Carry out setting out

CPCCCM2006

Apply basic levelling procedures

CPCCCM2008

Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding

CPCCCM2012

Work safely at heights

CPCCOM1012

Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

CPCCOM1013

Plan and organise work

CPCCOM1014

Conduct workplace communication

CPCCOM1015

Carry out measurements and calculations

CPCCOM2001

Read and interpret plans and specifications

CPCCWHS2001

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

CPCWHS1001

CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (Imported)

CPCCBL3016

Construct battered masonry walls and piers (Group A)

CPCCCO2013

Carry out concreting to simple forms (Group A)

CPCCSF2004

Place and fix reinforcement materials (Group A)

CPCCPA3002

Lay segmental paving (Group C)

CPCCPA3003

Cut segmental paving (Group C)

CPCCBL3001

Lay paving (General)

CPCCCM2009

Carry out basic demolition (General)

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $49,000 to $65,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $85,000 to $115,000 per year

Career Paths

BricklayerBlocklayerPaverMasonry TradespersonResidential Bricklayer

Key Skills

Laying and bonding bricks and building blocks using a range of bonding patternsConstructing masonry walls, corners, multi-thickness walls, and piersBuilding masonry arches, curved walls, and ornamental panelsConstructing steps, stairs, columns, and decorative feature wallsInstalling flashings, damp-proof courses, and weatherproofing systems

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