Tile Laying

This certificate programme in tile laying, offered through the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment at Tamale Technical University, gives you hands-on training in one of the most practical trades in construction. It suits anyone who enjoys precise, physical work and wants to build a career in the building industry.

What tile laying involves

Tile laying programmes of this kind teach you how to prepare floors and walls, cut and fix tiles, apply adhesives and grout, and finish joints to a professional standard. You also learn how to read simple drawings, work out quantities, and use the hand and power tools of the trade safely. Most courses combine workshop practice with site experience, so you graduate ready to work on real projects.

Where tile laying can take you

Graduates of tile laying programmes typically go into construction as employed tilers or start their own small businesses. The skill is needed in housing, commercial buildings, and renovation work, and good tilers are often able to move between jobs or take on independent contracts. The certificate also provides a foundation for further training in the built environment if you want to specialise later.