Occupational Certificate: Brick Layer
Build walls, foundations and structures to plan — a core construction trade with strong demand.
Occupational Certificate (Trade)
93627
NQF Level 4
361
3 years
QCTO
About the qualification
Programme overview
Brick layers turn plans into buildings. This Occupational Certificate covers setting out, mixing mortar, laying bricks and blocks, building walls, piers and arches, and working safely on construction sites.
Practical training on real building work prepares you for the national trade test as a brick layer.
What you will learn
- Read building plans and set out work
- Lay bricks and blocks to line and level
- Build walls, corners, piers and arches
- Apply construction health and safety
Career opportunities
- Qualified brick layer
- Construction team leader
- Building contractor
- Renovations business
Entry requirements
- Grade 9, 10 or 11 (NQF Level 3, equivalent to N2 Engineering Maths, Science and Building Drawings), or a Grade 12 certificate
- Certified copy of ID / Passport
- Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
- Latest academic results / certificate
Fees
- Registration fee: R1000
- Deposit: R5000 (includes PPE, student card, course and study material, and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs)
- Monthly instalment: R3000
- Duration: 3 years
How to apply
1. Choose your programme
Select the programme that suits your career goals.
2. Submit your application
Apply online or visit our Braamfontein campus with the required documents.
3. Assessment & enrolment
We assess your application and confirm your enrolment.
4. Start your journey
Attend orientation and start your path to success.
Admissions open · 2027 intake
Occupational Certificate: Brick Layer
- Qualification: Occupational Certificate (Trade)
- SAQA ID: 93627
- Level: NQF Level 4
- Credits: 361
- Duration: 3 years
- Entry requirement: Grade 9, 10 or 11 (NQF Level 3, equivalent to N2 Engineering Maths, Science and Building Drawings), or a Grade 12 certificate
- Accreditation: QCTO
- Fees: R1000 registration, R5000 deposit (includes PPE, student card, study material and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs), then R3000 per month
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