This qualification recognises people who have the competencies required for performing basic bricklaying tasks. It is awarded to people who have demonstrated the skills and knowledge required to perform basic bricklaying tasks, including manufacturing bricks, using bricklaying hand tools and work in a bricklaying team; apply fundamental communication and numeracy competencies in the workplace; and demonstrate knowledge of HIV and AIDS.
This qualification is designed to be accessible and flexible. There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
The main focus is on the outcomes of this qualification, not the how, when and where learning occurred. Some people applying to do this qualification may currently be competent in one or more of the unit standards and should then be given the opportunity to apply for recognition of prior learning.
This qualification leads to the National Vocational Certificate in General Construction (Level 2) (Bricklaying and Plastering).
- Trainer: Johannes Ntuko