Brickwork Diploma Level 1

Brickwork Diploma Level 1 Course Details The course consists of occupation units of competence in bricklaying and provides valuable practical and theoretical experience for those looking for employment within the brickwork trade. A Course For The Level 1 Diploma is designed to prepare people for work. Those students who seek employment in construction, but have not been able to secure a placement with an employer, can develop the necessary skills and knowledge to work in their chosen occupation. Also for those students who have failed to gain employment/ placement but who wish to train in brickwork, therefore making themselves more attractive to prospective employers. Entry Requirements There are no formal entry requirements but students will be expected to attend an interview. If you have taken CDT at Secondary School you will already have some knowledge of this occupational area, or if you have attended the college on a craft link course with your school you will be ideally placed to follow this course. Assessment The Level 1 Diploma is made up of a number of units and a synoptic practical assignment. Candidates have to be successful in all units and the assignment to gain the award. They will also be required to pass the GOLA online test, a separate knowledge test set and assessed by CAA. Each unit they achieve will be recorded. Learning Outcome Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying. Progression after Programme Successful candidates may progress to a Level 2 Diploma or employment within the construction industry. The Level 1 Diploma directly relates to NVQ Level 1 and can therefore be formally recognised as progression awards. FACTFILE AttendanceFull Time Duration1 year StartingSeptember 2014 LocationCorporation Road Course TutorChris Hayes Revision DateJuly 2013