Bricklaying (Level 1)

All online examination based units are externally assessed whilst practical units are internally assessed. You will build up a portfolio of evidence which will be internally assessed and verified by the centre and then externally verified by City & Guilds.

• We are Ofsted-rated Outstanding, so you can expect exceptional teaching and support you can trust
• Expert tutors bring real-world industry experience into every lesson
• Flexible learning options let you tailor study to your life and ambitions
• Broad career pathways: from entry level through to professional qualifications
• One-to-one support with academic advice, wellbeing services and financial guidance
• Modern, industry-standard facilities: labs, workshops, digital tools and performance spaces
• Courses co-designed with employers to match local and national job markets
• Strong employer partnerships offer placements, live projects and networking opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive community where you can flourish and succeed

With regeneration projects and trade opportunities booming, New City College is the perfect place to gain the practical skills for a successful career in Construction and Skilled Trades, one of the UK’s fastest-growing industries.

Through employer partnerships, work placements and apprenticeship pathways, you’ll get real on-the-job experience in trades like engineering, carpentry, motor vehicle, bricklaying, plumbing and electrical installation.

We’re proud to be one of only 10 Construction Technical Excellence Colleges (CTECs) in the UK, receiving extra investment to deliver cutting-edge training where the industry needs it most. With links to major employers including Vinci, Kier, Mace and SWIFT Brickwork, you’ll leave with the skills, experience and confidence to succeed. And with employers often coming to NCC first to fill vacancies, our students get the inside track on new job opportunities.