Bricklayer Courses
Bricklayers construct structures using bricks and stones, collaborating with other builders and ensuring precision in various projects.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Bricklayer
Get qualified to work as a Bricklayer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CPC33020
Duration
3 months - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
A CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying will give you the skills you need to succeed in the construction industry. This course will set you up to work as a bricklayer or blocklayer but will also provide other skills required on a construction site. The CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying will improve your trade skills but will also show you how to carry out basic demolition, erect and dismantle scaffolding and read plans and specifications.
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Duration
3 months - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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CPCCBC4012
Study mode
Blended, Online
The CPCCBC4012 Read and Interpret Plans and Specifications covers the skills and knowledge to interpret plans and specifications for residential and commercial projects, identifying site characteristics, building features, and construction details. It is essential for site managers, forepersons, estimators, builders, and other industry professionals involved in quantity surveying, costing, tendering, and project construction within the building and construction sector.
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How much does a Bricklayer earn?
In Australia, a full time Bricklayer generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Bricklayer?
The number of people working in this industry has decreased in recent years. There are currently 19,300 people employed as a Bricklayer in Australia, compared to 20,800 five years ago. Bricklayers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Bricklayer?
If you’re interested in a career as a Bricklayer, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying. This course will give you the skills to carry out a range of bricklaying work including laying paving, building stairs, constructing arches and building fireplaces and chimneys. You’ll cover a range of topics including basic demolition, erecting and dismantling scaffolding and reading plans and specifications.
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A Bricklayer builds a range of structures using bricks, blocks, pavers or stones. You might work on large projects such as buildings or residential properties or focus on smaller jobs such as fireplaces or brick walls. Bricklayers use drawings and specifications to plan their work and may work closely with other building professionals.
Bricklayers should be physically fit and able to handle the manual labour involved in this job role. It’s important that you can follow instructions and work as part of a team. Bricklayers should have strong attention to detail and be able to adapt their skills to suit individual work projects.
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