How to get a bricklaying trades licence

Australia’s property market is experiencing a construction boom, which has fueled a growing demand for bricklayers. This means becoming a licensed bricklayer can be a great way to secure your future in the construction industry. It’s a physically demanding job that pays well, and it’s something that you can be proud of.

Bricklayers and blocklayers can work in a variety of settings, including new home construction, commercial construction, and renovations.

There are many benefits of becoming a licenced bricklayer in Australia, including:

Taking advance of the abundance of work available in the construction industry
Enjoying job satisfaction and a sense of pride in your work
Good pay and benefits
An opportunity to work in a variety of settings
And obtaining valuable skills and experience that can also lead to other opportunities, such as becoming a site supervisor or construction manager.

Why should bricklayers and blocklayers be licenced?

A trades licence ensures that you are qualified to work as a bricklayer and that you have the necessary skills and experience. This includes the ability to prepare the required building materials and carry out the work in a precise manner.

If you want to work as a bricklayer in Australia, most states and territories will require that you have a licence or building practitioner registration. This is to make sure that everyone working in the trade adheres to Australian quality standards.

Certify your skills with a Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blockmaking CPC33020

To obtain a bricklaying licence, you must first have a trade certificate and industry expertise. The Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying CPC33020 can accelerate your career by bringing you one step closer to getting a licence.

If you don’t have formal bricklaying training or education, but do experience in the field, you may be able to get your skills nationally recognized through Recognition of Prior Learning. Getting certified through RPL allows you to fast track your studies and get credit for units of the certificate where you already have skills and experience.

How to get Certified through RPL

Skills Certified Australia is an RTO that specialises in providing Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) services for the construction industry. We have a team of experienced assessors who will review your work history, skills and knowledge to determine if you are eligible for RPL.

If you are interested in obtaining your bricklaying licence through RPL, get in Skills Certified Australia today. Contact 131775 or take our free 60 second skills test and one of our qualified staff will get in touch with you to guide you through the RPL process.

FAQ'S

How do I apply for a Bricklaying Licence?

The State or Territory's Building Commission regulates bricklayer's licensing. While the process differs by state, most require certain qualifications, or completion of certain units within the following qualifications:

Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying – CPC33020
Relevant experience

Please contact your state’s licensing body for up to date information as requirements do change. Skills Certified Australia is not an RTO or licensing body.