CPC33020 · Certificate III (AQF 3)

Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

Turn your bricklaying and blocklaying experience into a nationally recognised trade qualification through RPL.

Free · No obligation · Takes 2 minutes

About this qualification

Already laying brick and block on residential or commercial jobs? The Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying recognises the skills you use every day: setting out, laying walls, corners and piers, masonry veneer and cavity brick construction, arches, curved walls and installing flashings and damp-proof courses. Through Recognition of Prior Learning, your existing skills, knowledge and experience are assessed against the qualification requirements. Further evidence, assessment or training may be required where gaps are identified.

Who this RPL suits

Experienced bricklayers, blocklayers and pavers who have never formalised their qualification.

Career outcomes

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Typical RPL evidence

Resume / work history
Employer references or statutory declarations
Photos and videos of completed work
Plans, quotes or job sheets you've worked on
Payslips, invoices or ABN records
Any licences, tickets (e.g. White Card) and prior training certificates

Not every candidate needs every type of evidence listed above.

Qualification structure

28
Total units
20
Core units
8
Elective units

Core units (20)

CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM2001Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBL2001Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials
CPCCBL2002Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment
CPCCCA3002Carry out setting out
CPCCCM2006Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2012Work safely at heights
CPCCCM2008Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCBL3009Install flashings and damp proof course
CPCCBL3002Carry out masonry veneer construction
CPCCBL3003Carry out cavity brick construction
CPCCBL3005Lay masonry walls and corners
CPCCBL3006Lay multi-thickness walls and piers
CPCCBL3011Construct curved walls
CPCCBL3010Construct masonry arches
CPCCBL3013Construct masonry structural systems

Licensing

Licensing and registration requirements vary by state and territory – check with your local building regulator.

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BCQ is a third-party provider for All Trades and Compliance (RTO 32398).

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BCQ provides qualification pathway guidance and RPL evidence preparation as a third-party provider for Master Mechanics Training Pty Ltd, trading as All Trades and Compliance (RTO 32398). Formal assessment and certification are the responsibility of the RTO. A qualification is not a licence: builders licences are issued by the licensing authority in each state and territory, including QBCC in Queensland, against their own experience and financial requirements. BCQ does not operate in South Australia. ABN 50 621 900 543.

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