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Mason

National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)

Certificate

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A journey-level Mason must be able to build, maintain and repair block and brick edifices, mix and apply mortar, plaster and grout, safely use hand and power tools in accordance with regulatory and industry standards; must be able to utilize construction drawings to build with block and brick as well as estimate costs of materials; must understand relevant building codes as they pertain to masonry construction, know the principals and applications behind reinforcing materials and techniques.

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Hybrid

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Focus Statement A journey-level Mason must be able to build, maintain and repair block and brick edifices, mix and apply mortar, plaster and grout, safely use hand and power tools in accordance with regulatory and industry standards; must be able to utilize construction drawings to build with block and brick as well as estimate costs of materials; must understand relevant building codes as they pertain to masonry construction, know the principals and applications behind reinforcing materials and techniques, know the design and construction and how to build various structural elements and architectural features commonly used in Masonry construction. Overview l Two-hour closed-book examination l May use a basic function, non-printing calculator l No extra papers, books, notes or study materials are allowed Minimum passing score is 75.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply safety practices to protect workers during masonry operations
  • Select and use tools and equipment for masonry construction applications
  • Apply measurements and read drawings and specifications to support masonry installation
  • Identify and apply masonry materials including brick block and mortar for construction applications
  • Install masonry units including layout coursing and joint tooling
  • Install reinforcing components in masonry construction to meet structural requirements
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers47-2051.00
  • Plasterers and Stucco Masons47-2161.00
  • Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons47-3014.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Concrete forms — set, align, and adjust independently to the specified pitch and depth on standard residential and light commercial pours.
  • Power trowel and hand screed — operate routinely to spread, level, and smooth concrete surfaces with minimal supervisor oversight.
  • Expansion joints and edges — mold consistently using edging tools, jointers, and a straightedge on sidewalk and driveway projects.
  • Curing environment — monitor wind, temperature, and humidity conditions throughout a pour and apply standard protective measures as needed.
  • Concrete truck chute — direct positioning and movement to guide material flow accurately into forms on a mid-size job site.
  • Broom and float finishing — select and apply appropriate finishing tools to achieve specified surface textures on varied concrete placements.
  • Work sequencing — manage personal time effectively to keep pace with pour schedules and avoid premature curing on routine jobs.
  • Laborer coordination — guide crew members using shovels and spreading tools to distribute concrete evenly under general supervision.
  • Quality checks — conduct visual and dimensional inspections of finished surfaces and flag defects for correction before project sign-off.
  • Trade terminology — communicate clearly with crew members and forepersons using accurate construction vocabulary on active job sites.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

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Completion Rate
67%
Placement Rate
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