The journeyman's test is the last exam of the education. Here are the rules from the education regulations for bricklayers that apply from 1 August 2026: when and who, exam form A or B, the 40 and 50 clock hours, the weighting 1/3 and 2/3 — and that you may use generative AI.
Introduction
The journeyman's test completes the bricklayer education. If you pass it, you get your journeyman's certificate. The rules are in the education regulations for bricklayers, which apply from 1 August 2026.
When and who
- 01The exam is held in the last school period. The school holds it in consultation with the trade committee.
- 02You must have passed all subjects in the main programme.
- 03Your training company must have issued a final statement on in-company training with a recommendation for the journeyman's test.
- 04The exam is assessed on the 7-point grading scale.
Exam form A or B
The exam form is chosen when the last school period begins:
| Exam form | Content |
|---|---|
| A | A set practical task and a case assignment |
| B | A self-chosen project that the school approves after consulting the trade committee |
Theoretical part
- 01You prepare documentation within 40 clock hours.
- 02You have 30 minutes of preparation.
- 03The oral exam lasts 30 minutes including deliberation.
- 04You get one grade for the theoretical part.
Practical part
You complete the practical task or tasks within 50 clock hours. You get one grade for the practical part.
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