Bricklayer (Level 3)

Bricklayer's certificate what is it?

The certificate commonly referred to as a "bricklayer certificate" or "master bricklayer certificate" is officially called the MYK Bricklayer (Level 3) Vocational Qualification Certificate. It is obtained through theoretical and practical exams conducted by certification bodies authorized by the Vocational Qualifications Authority (MYK), according to the national qualification code 12UY0048-3.

The qualification is based on the 11UMS0157-3 Bricklayer (Level 3) National Occupational Standard. The legal basis for the certificate is the Vocational Qualifications Authority (MYK) Law No. 5544: individuals without a Vocational Qualifications Authority certificate cannot be employed in occupations classified as hazardous and very hazardous, as specified in the communiqués published by the Ministry.

Which document Who needs it?

• MYK Level 3 Certificate

  It is given to the person.

  • Experience requirementNo — The exam is taken directly.
  • Education requirementNo — Preparation is optional.
  • Where is it obtained?From an MYK-authorised certification body (such as ADEN)

• Employer's certification obligation

  It belongs to the business.

  • ScopeOccupations listed in the communiqué on hazardous and very hazardous work
  • ObligationPersons without a certificate cannot be employed in these occupations
  • AuditMinistry of Labor and Social Security labor inspectors

Exam requirements and common misconceptions

Misconception

"You need experience to take the exam."

Real

• It's not necessary.
• No prior experience or training is required to take the MYK Bricklayer (Level 3) exam; entry requirements are not defined in the national qualification.
• The certificate is obtained through passing an exam, not through a course.

Misconception

"Completing the course is mandatory to receive the certificate."

Real

• There is no course completion requirement.
• Courses can help with preparation; however, the certificate is obtained through an exam, not through a course.
• There is nothing preventing a candidate who has not taken the course from passing the exam.

Misconception

"A mastery certificate and an MYK certificate are the same thing."

Real

• These are certificates issued by different institutions.
• A master craftsman certificate is issued by the Ministry of National Education under Law No. 3308 at the end of the apprenticeship-journeyman process; a Vocational Qualification Certificate issued by the Vocational Qualifications Authority (MYK) is obtained through an examination that has no prerequisites.
• According to MYK, in occupations where a certificate is mandatory, a mastery certificate or a vocational-technical diploma issued IN THE RELEVANT FIELD also satisfies the work requirement.
• If you do not hold a mastery certificate or diploma in the relevant field, the exam-based MYK certificate is the fastest way to meet this requirement.

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From application to certificate step-by-step process

Exam rules

• Exam Entry

  • Valid photo identification is required. Verification is done with a Turkish ID card or passport; candidates whose identity cannot be verified will not be admitted to the exam.
  • Please inform us of your specific needs in advance. Arrangements are made in the examination environment to accommodate needs related to disability or health conditions.
  • You will be notified of the exam location and time. Entry will not be permitted 15 minutes after the exam begins; it is recommended that you arrive at the exam venue at least 30 minutes beforehand.

• Prohibitions During the Exam

  • Electronic devices may not be used. Mobile phones, smartwatches, and similar devices must be switched off and handed over for the duration of the exam.
  • Cheating and communication are prohibited. Communicating with another candidate or attempting to cheat will invalidate the exam.
  • The question content cannot be exported. Exam questions and materials are confidential; they cannot be saved or shared.
  • Exam materials are handed in. The question booklet and answer sheet must be returned to the invigilator intact at the end of the exam.

• Exam Format

  • Theoretical (T1): A four-option multiple-choice test, 1.5 minutes per question; it measures the knowledge items of the units.
  • Scoring: Incorrect answers do not cancel out correct answers (blank and incorrect answers are counted as the same); multiple markings are considered incorrect.
  • Performance (P1): It is evaluated using a checklist and scenario; successful completion of all critical steps is essential. 8 critical step Which ones?
  • Each unit is evaluated separately. The passing grade, time limit, and number of questions vary depending on the unit; they are listed unit by unit in the tariff table. Go to the table

• After the Exam

  • If there is a failed unit: You will only retake the exam for that specific unit; your successful unit results will be retained.
  • Right to a make-up exam: According to the regulations, you have the right to a make-up (second) exam. The make-up exam fee will be determined separately.
  • Right to appeal: lodged by petition within 10 days of notification of the result and assessed impartially. Appeal process
  • Certificate delivery: Successful candidates will receive an MYK Vocational Qualification Certificate, which will be printed and delivered to them via ADEN.

Certificate renewal: 5 years What happens in the end?

At the end of the five (5) year validity period, the certificate holder's performance is assessed using at least one of the methods defined below:

• 1

  Renewal without exam

  submitting records showing that they have worked in the relevant field for at least two years in total, or for the last six months, within the 5-year certificate validity period (service record, reference letter, contract, invoice, portfolio, etc.);

• 2

  Renewal without exam

  taking part in the practical examinations defined for the qualification units within the scope of the qualification. Candidates with a positive assessment result have their certificate validity extended by a further 5 years.

The validity period of the certificate is extended for candidates who meet at least one of the methods.

The steps, requirements and fee of the renewal application are explained in detail on the How to Renew an MYK Certificate? page.

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Certification requirement: Scope of hazardous jobs

Masonry is among the professions for which an MYK certificate is mandatory. The correct order is as follows:

• 1

  Obtain the MYK Level 3 certificate.

  You can obtain a Bricklayer MYK Certificate from an Authorized Certification Body authorized by MYK and accredited by TÜRKAK (such as ADEN).

• 2

  Present your certificate to your employer

  Employers cannot employ uncertified personnel in this profession, which falls under the category of hazardous work; your certificate will be included in your employment file.

• 3

  Renew before it expires

  The validity period of the certificate is defined in the national qualification; renewal can be done with or without an exam before the expiration date.

When labour inspectors find that uncertified personnel are employed, an administrative sanction is imposed on the employer. The amount of the sanction is revalued every year; for the current amount, please refer to the announcements of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.

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