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52 weeks
Classroom Blended — face-to-face classroom sessions, self-guided learning, and practical training in a simulated workplace
Minimum 20 scheduled contact hours per week; average 2 hours per week of self-guided learning and assessments outside scheduled hours
Monthly intakes

Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
Level 11, 474 Flinders Street, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000
Eligibility
All students:
Workshop & PPE requirements:
Physical abilities requirements:
Work placement: Real or closely simulated workplace at GST training workshop.
International students — English language requirements:
Career & Study Pathways
Employment outcomes depend on individual skills and industry demand. GST does not guarantee employment.
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
Core unit
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
Core unit
Plan and organise work
Core unit
Conduct workplace communication
Core unit
Read and interpret plans and specifications
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Carry out measurements and calculations
Core unit
Apply basic levelling procedures
Core unit
Work safely at heights
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Carry out setting out
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Install flashings and damp proof course
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Carry out masonry veneer construction
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Carry out cavity brick construction
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Lay masonry walls and corners
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Lay multi-thickness walls and piers
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Construct masonry arches
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Construct curved walls
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Construct masonry structural systems
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace
Elective unit
Manage finances for new business ventures
Elective unit
Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
Elective unit
Construct battered masonry walls and piers
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Place and fix reinforcement materials
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Undertake preparations for refractory work
Elective unit
Prepare subgrade, base and bedding course for segmental paving
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Carry out concreting to simple forms
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is $25,000 AUD, which comprises a tuition fee of $22,000 AUD and a non-tuition fee of $3,000 AUD.
The course has a duration of 52 weeks.
The course is delivered at the provider's CBD site located at Level 11, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, which is owned and operated by the provider.
The CRICOS course code for the Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying is 120410F, and the VET National Code is CPC33020.
No, this course does not include a work component or foundation studies component.
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