Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

Course Description

This qualification reflects the trade qualified role of a bricklayer, blocklayer or paver who may have responsibility for undertaking heritage bricklaying, refractory bricklaying, bricklaying, blocklaying and paving work in residential, industrial and commercial contexts, in both existing and new constructions.

Occupational titles may include:

• Bricklayer
• Blocklayer
• Paver

The bricklaying, blocklaying and paving industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements vary between states. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

No pre-requisite requirement for this qualification as per course training package.

Course Duration/Fee

Course Duration

: 94 Weeks

Mode of Delivery

Blended (Face to Face + Online) Campuses : River Road, Perth

Intake Dates

• 14 July 2025
• 18 August 2025
• 6 October 2025
• 10 November 2025
• 26 January 2026

Entry Requirements

The following are the Admission requirements of Lead college:

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
• Prospective students may be asked to undertake an LLN assessment or enrolment interview prior to acceptance.
• Must have completed Australian Year 11 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
• Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent, such as:
  • IBT 60
  • PTE 50
  • CAE 169
  • OET C
  • Duolingo 95
  • General English Advanced*
  • MOI Certificate
  • Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
• Must have the ability to carry out workshop training involving physical activity, including lifting.

*General English Advanced or equivalent

Assessment

Assessments may include written questions, demonstration of tasks/techniques, group activities, in class activities, role play, presentation, work based project, research projects, and workplace observations/evidences.

Award Requirements

On completion, you will receive the CPC33020 Certificate III Bricklaying and Blocklaying. Learners who partially complete the qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units they are deemed competent.

Career Pathway

Target groups for the CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying are students looking for the following pathways:

• Seeking to pursue a career as a Bricklayer
• Intending to pursue higher vocational qualifications such as the Certificate IV in Building and Construction
• Seeking a pathway to higher education qualifications.

Essential Information

Recognition of prior learning rpl/ credit transfer

Lead College recognises qualifications issued by other RTOs. Lead College will accept and mutually recognise the qualifications and Statements of Attainment awarded by any other registered training organisation unless precluded by licensing requirements. We can also grant you Credit Transfer for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course, and the subject or unit you have completed.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where skills and knowledge that you have gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.

During the entry process and interview stage Lead College will discuss with you the process and options for RPL. Suitability is often determined on how much experience you have in a certain area, your work history and previous training. If RPL is determined as a possibility for you, you will be provided with a kit that will guide you in working through each unit to determine relevant skills and experience and identify whether you would be able to provide the required evidence.

Unique student identifier (USI) requirement

USI is needed for all students studying with Lead College. From 1 January 2015 for undertaking Nationally Recognised Training delivered by a Registered Training Organisation the students will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). The USI is available online and at no cost to the student. This USI will stay with the student for life and be recorded with any nationally recognised VET course that is completed. Please see the official USI website https://www.usi.gov.au. The student after enrolment is required to create USI (Unique Student Identifier) or allow Lead College to create an USI on their behalf.

Student support welfare and guidance services

Relevant resources are available at Lead College to ensure that the students settle in well, smoothly transit life in new places and achieve the required level of competency in all accredited courses. Our staff assists in how to seek help with local welfare and guidance services.

Orientation

Orientation to assist students is provided by Lead College as an age and culturally appropriate program. Please refer Pre-enrolment Information Pack at https://www.leadcollege.edu.au/pre-enrolment-form/ Students will be permitted to attend classes only after they have attended and completed the orientation session for the enrolled courses.

Pathway From Qualification

Successful completion of this course means you can progress in your career by enrolling in the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) followed by the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).

Units Of Competency

The CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying requires the completion of the following 28 Units (including 20 core and 8 electives).

Core Units – 20
CPCCBL2001	Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials
CPCCBL2002	Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment
CPCCBL3002	Carry out masonry veneer construction
CPCCBL3003	Carry out cavity brick construction
CPCCBL3005	Lay masonry walls and corners
CPCCBL3006	Lay multi-thickness walls and piers
CPCCBL3009	Install flashings and damp proof course
CPCCBL3010	Construct masonry arches
CPCCBL3011	Construct curved walls
CPCCBL3013	Construct masonry structural systems
CPCCCA3002	Carry out setting out
CPCCCM2006	Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2008	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012	Work safely at heights
CPCCOM1012	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013	Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1014	Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM2001	Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Elective Units – 8
BSBESB407	Manage finances for new business ventures
CPCCBC4003	Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBL3001	Lay paving
CPCCBL3015	Construct decorative brickwork
CPCCCM2009	Carry out basic demolition
CPCCCO2013	Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCSF2004	Place and fix reinforcement materials
CPCWHS3001	Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies

** Please note: Electives are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.