COURSE OVERVIEW
A bricklayer builds bricks from raw materials and then uses the final product to build walls, floors, partitions and other brick structures. Depending on your preference or skill, you may choose to become skilled in a specific type of material, e.g., Fire brick or cinder blockwork. The more skilled you become, the more you can take on larger projects like fireplaces, arches, steps and more complicated structures.
Career Paths
As a bricklayer, you can be employed by a company or be self-employed as a contractor or sub-contractor in the following types of companies:
Construction or Property
Buildings and other support services
Entrance Requirements
Grade 10, 11 and 12
Mathematics and Physical Science is not a requirement
Certification
All examinations are administered by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and IEB.
Study Materials
Study materials are available FREE as printed textbooks, notes and is also available online on the learner management system, Moodle
Academic Development Officer (ADO)
Students are supported by a team of Academic Development Officers (ADOs), who are available throughout the journey of your course. ADOs are not lecturers, but support academics, who are qualified in the relevant subject matter, and will guide you on all academic matters.
Extra Classes
You may attend Saturday classes for extra support. All support classes are free.
Student Support
Student Support services is available to all registered learners.
Online Centre for Student Relations
An academic and customer care adviser will be allocated to you to provide additional online support while you complete your studies. This service is free.