CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Become a qualified bricklayer with Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying. Choose from apprenticeship, on-campus, or RPL pathways and gain the skills to build your future in Australia’s booming construction industry.
About this course
The Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying (CPC33020) is a trade-level qualification that teaches you everything you need to become a qualified bricklayer in Australia. You’ll learn to lay and bond bricks and building blocks, construct masonry walls and corners, build arches, columns, steps and stairs, create feature walls, curved walls and ornamental panels, install flashings and damp proof courses, and work safely on scaffolding.
This course covers domestic, commercial and public building construction. You’ll gain hands-on skills while learning to interpret plans and specifications, apply measurements and calculations, and follow work health and safety practices to meet industry standards.
This nationally recognised qualification lets you work for construction companies, specialise in areas like decorative brickwork or heritage restoration, or start your own bricklaying business.
Course details
Qualification: Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying (CPC33020)
This course covers the essential skills for residential and commercial bricklaying and blocklaying work:
- Reading and interpreting building plans, specifications and drawings
- Safe use of bricklaying and blocklaying tools, equipment and materials
- Laying and bonding bricks and building blocks for domestic, commercial and public buildings
- Constructing masonry walls, corners, multi-thickness walls and piers
- Building masonry arches, curved walls and ornamental panels
- Constructing steps, stairs, columns and feature walls
- Installing flashings and damp proof courses
- Carrying out masonry veneer and cavity brick construction
- Working safely at heights and on scaffolding
- Workplace safety, communication and project planning
This course is ideal for:
- School leavers wanting a hands-on trade career
- Career changers looking for job security in a growing industry
- Existing construction workers wanting formal qualifications
- Apprentices completing their formal training requirements
This is a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Your Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying is recognised across all Australian states and territories, giving you the flexibility to work anywhere in the country.
Units
| Core Units | |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCA3002 | Carry out setting out |
| 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 |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| 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 |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCBL3013 | Construct masonry structural systems |
| Elective Units | |
| CPCCCM2009 | Carry out basic demolition |
| CPCCBL3004 | Construct masonry steps and stairs |
| CPCCBL3012 | Construct fireplaces and chimneys |
| CPCCBL3014 | Install fire-rated masonry construction |
| CPCCBL3015 | Construct decorative brickwork |
| CPCCBL3016 | Construct battered masonry walls and piers |
| CPCCCM2007 | Use explosive power tools |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings |
Career opportunities
This course opens up career options in Australia’s growing construction industry. With a shortage of bricklayers across the country and demand projected to grow through 2029, qualified bricklayers enjoy excellent job security and strong earning potential across residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Where can you work?
- Construction companies & builders – Work on homes, apartments, shopping centres, and major projects across Australia. Bricklayers are needed on nearly every building site.
- Specialised masonry – Focus on decorative brickwork, heritage restoration, fire-rated construction, or stonemasonry.Â
- Infrastructure & major projects – Join large-scale projects like government infrastructure, defence construction, and renewable energy developments.
- Your own business – Start your own bricklaying company doing residential builds, commercial jobs, feature walls, or restoration work.
Career growth
Experienced bricklayers often move up to leading hand, site supervisor, foreperson, project manager, or builder roles. With extra qualifications like Certificate IV in Building Project Support or Diploma of Building and Construction, you can step into senior management positions or start your own construction business.
Start dates
Throughout the year. For on campus, enquire for intake dates.
Qualification pathways
On campus – Domestic
Study full-time on campus with hands-on bricklaying training in modern workshop facilities. Gain practical skills with expert trainers in a supportive learning environment.
Duration
2 years full-time (8 terms)
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Location
Perth campus
Entry requirements
- 18+ years old
- Access to a computer/device capable of reading documents + internet
- Evidence of completion of pre-requisite units if not provided by Everthought (refer to Course Unit table below)
- Completion of LLN Assessment (not necessarily a barrier to entry)
Training provider
Everthought College of Construction Pty Ltd, RTO No. 51681, CRICOS Provider Code: 02898C
On campus – International
Study in Australia on a student visa with practical bricklaying training and English language support in our workshop facilities.
Duration
2 years full-time (8 terms)
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CRICOS course code:Â 103835M
Location
Perth campus
Entry requirements
- 18+ years old
- Have completed Australian Year 10 qualification (or equivalent)
English language requirements
Evidence of English Proficiency IELTS 6.0 with nothing less than 5.5 in any band or TOEFL iBT (scores from a test taken on or before 25 July 2023 are accepted only)Â 64 or PTE 50 or CAE 169
Training provider
Everthought College of Construction Pty Ltd, RTO 51681, CRICOS 02898C
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Already working in bricklaying? Get qualified faster by having your existing skills and experience formally assessed and recognised.
Duration
2 – 8 weeks (dependent on experience and knowledge)
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Location
Virtual assessment plus completion of any gap training required.
Entry requirements
- 3 to 4 years demonstrated experience with a minimum of two work referrals from qualified builders
Training provider
Everthought Education Pty Ltd, RTO 32438
Everthought assesses your existing skills and experience against the qualification requirements. If you can provide sufficient evidence of your industry experience or previous training, you may not need additional formal study. Gap training is provided if needed, and we’ll guide you through the process.
Access the information and guidelines. Learn more about eligibility criteria and co-contribution fees.
Apprenticeship
Learn while you earn. Combine paid work with a bricklaying employer and structured training to complete your qualification.
Duration
4 years
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Location
Employers worksite
Entry requirements
- Minimum working age
- White Card (General Construction Induction) / CPCWHS1001
- Access to tools and equipment as per FERC
- Registered apprenticeship *
English language requirements
Completion of LLN Assessment (not necessarily a barrier to entry)
Training provider
- QLD: Everthought Education Pty Ltd, RTO 32438Â
- WA: Everthought College of Construction, RTO 51681
- NSW: Everthought Education Pty Ltd, RTO 32438Â Â (This training is subsided by the NSW government).
*A training contract is a legally binding agreement between the employer and the apprentice or trainee. In signing the training contract, both parties are bound by certain obligations expressed in the contract. The training contract sets out the terms of the apprenticeship or traineeship, which are agreed to by both the employer and the apprentice or trainee.
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Frequently asked questions
If you still have questions, our team will be happy to help. Please reach out at info@everthought.edu.au.
Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying (CPC33020) is Australia’s nationally recognised bricklaying qualification that trains you to become a qualified bricklayer or blocklayer. This course covers residential and commercial masonry work, wall construction, decorative brickwork, and the essential skills required for the building industry.
The duration varies by study mode. Apprenticeships typically take 4 years combining work and study, on-campus courses can be completed in 24 months full-time, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can be completed in as little as 2-8 weeks for experienced bricklayers.
Yes, Everthought College of Construction offers Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying for international students on campus in Brisbane and Perth. International students study full-time and gain hands-on experience in our training facilities.
Apprenticeships combine paid work with an employer and formal training over 4 years. On-campus study is full-time classroom and workshop-based learning completed faster (24 months) without employment requirements.
Qualified bricklayers can work as residential or commercial bricklayers, blocklayers, pavers, or stonemasons. You can specialise in decorative brickwork, heritage restoration, or fire-rated construction. You can also start your own bricklaying business, work as a site supervisor, or progress to building and construction management roles.
Yes, Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying (CPC33020) is a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework. It’s recognised across all Australian states and territories and meets the requirements for qualified bricklayers.
Become a qualified bricklayer with Everthought
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