South East Technological University (SETU)
Applied Technology Campus (adjacent to Cork Road Campus)
Waterford
Republic of Ireland
Apprenticeship; Full-time
Applied Technology Campus, IDA Industrial Estate, Browne's Road, Waterford
X91 TX03
+353 818 121212
Courses Available
Brick and Stonelaying apprenticeship – QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Brick and Stonelaying (Phase 4 and Phase 6 off-the-job)
Course Details
SETU lists Brick and Stonelaying Level 6 among construction craft apprenticeships it delivers. SOLAS allocates registered apprentices to a higher education institution for Phases 4 and 6. SETU advertised a permanent Assistant Lecturer – Brick & Stone Laying Apprenticeships (Waterford) whose post relates primarily to teaching, training, assessment and academic administrative direction of Phase 4 & 6 Brick & Stone Laying apprenticeships. SETU news (14 January 2026) recorded an apprentice completing Phase 6 of his bricklaying apprenticeship at SETU’s campus in Waterford; SETU lecturer John Purcell supports the trade. SETU’s Applied Technology Campus (Waterford IDA Industrial Estate, adjacent to Cork Road Campus) delivers trade skills programmes.
Duration
4 years overall. National craft model: Phase 4 10 weeks and Phase 6 10 weeks in educational colleges/higher education institutions.
Entry Requirements
Applicant must be at least 16 years of age and employed by an approved employer who registers the apprentice with SOLAS.
Next Intake
FEES & FUNDING
CareersPortal (national craft apprenticeship): student contribution €1,000 for Phase 4 and €1,000 for Phase 6.
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