Pavement Blocks Laying

This certificate programme at Tamale Technical University trains you in the practical skills of making and laying concrete pavement blocks. It is run in the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment and belongs to the Engineering and Technology field. The course suits anyone who wants a hands-on construction skill and a direct route into the building industry.

What pavement block laying actually involves

Programmes like this normally teach you both the making and the laying of concrete blocks. You learn how to choose materials, mix concrete, cast blocks in moulds, and cure them so they are strong. You also learn how to prepare the ground for paving and how to lay blocks in neat patterns, cut blocks to fit edges, and use tools such as levels, trowels, and hand rammers. Site safety and reading simple drawings are usually part of the training, because paving jobs often happen alongside other construction work.

What you can do after training

Most people with this skill find work as pavement or block layers with building firms, road contractors, or municipal works departments. Many also become self-employed, taking on paving jobs for homes, shops, and public spaces. With experience, a trained block layer can move into supervising a small paving crew or start a business that makes and sells blocks. The demand for paving work tracks the level of construction and road building around you, so it is a practical trade with a visible market.

How hard it is to get a place

The university has not published a competition band for this programme, so entry difficulty is not officially stated. Certificate programmes in the built environment are often more accessible than degree courses, but that is not a rule. To know for sure, check the Tamale Technical University admissions office for current requirements and places. You can also ask directly whether your qualifications meet the entry level.