Training – Masonry | Bricklaying | Québec métiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

Bricklaying program trains students to use bricks, concrete blocks, stone, structural tiles and other materials to construct or repair walls, foundations and other structures. They learn to prepare surfaces to be covered and mix ingredients needed, like mortar or cement. Students explore a variety of residential and commercial work including restoring damaged brick work, putting up ornamental or retaining walls and constructing brick driveways, patios, and chimneys.

Duration : 900 Hours

IMPORTANT: Given IRCC's current mesures regarding the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), it is likely that this training will be eligible for the PGWP. This situation could change at any time depending on immigration announcements and adjustments.

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 3rd (France's 3rd) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Bricklayers

Masons

Stone setters

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EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS PROVIDING TRAINING

Centre de formation professionnelle de Rimouski-Neigette
Rimouski, Bas-Saint-Laurent
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DURATION : 9 Months
CLASSES START : August 25 2025
COSTS : 15 679,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

École professionnelle de Saint-Hyacinthe

École professionnelle de Saint-Hyacinthe
Saint-Hyacinthe, Montérégie
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DURATION : 9 Months
CLASSES START : August 18 2025
COSTS : 16 346,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Centre de formation professionnelle ACCESS

Centre de formation professionnelle ACCESS
Saint-Lambert, Montérégie
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DURATION : 10 Months
CLASSES START : Several dates available, availability to be confirmed. (2025-2026)
COSTS : 15 181,00 $*
LANGUAGE : English (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Centre de formation professionnelle des Sommets / L'Horizon

Centre de formation professionnelle des Sommets / L'Horizon
Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, Laurentides
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DURATION : 7 Months
CLASSES START : October 06 2025
COSTS : 13 565,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Legend Welcoming services

Integrating into the community

— Practical tour of the city and help with initial purchases
— Contact with local aid organizations

Reception on arrival

— Reception at airport, bus terminal or train station

Integrating into the school system

— School tour and twinning with another student
— Monthly follow-up with the student

Integrating the family

— Referral to employment agencies for your spouse
— Help with child daycare or school registration
— Information on family social activities

General information and administrative follow-up

— Direct contact with a resource person
— Registration, information and provision of mandatory health insurance card
— Explanation of the Centre’s teaching techniques and operations

Accommodation

— Reserving temporary accommodation prior to arrival
— Help with finding permanent accommodation

Note: Services may vary slightly from one training centre to another.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Cut and lay different types of bricks, stones, blocks and refractory materials
Install prefabricated architectural elements
Prepare and install mortar, cement and other adhesives and grouting
Install and weld anchors
Interpret plan and calculate measures

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Preparing and finishing concrete (view)
Structural and Architectural Assembly (view)

TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Practice health, safety and physical integrity on construction sites

Determine their suitability for the trade and the training process

Prepare and spread mortars

Erect scaffolding

Lay blocks and bricks

120

Build corners with blocks and bricks

Interpret plans and specifications

Build and repair simple blockwork and brickwork

Build complex structures with masonry units

Make simple welds and cut metals

Build and repair structures with precast masonry units

Cut and lay natural and artificial stones

Build and repair chimneys and stove bases

Become familiar with the work and techniques related to refractory materials

Adapt to the work environment in masonry and bricklaying

120

Masonry: bricklaying

Bricklayers

Masons

Stone setters