01BRICK · BLOCK · STONE
Masonry Certificate
Build your craft through hands-on practice. Learn to lay brick, block, and stone with the accuracy and workmanship the job demands.
Explore this programPHOENIX, ARIZONA · SKILLED TRADES TRAINING
Build a future
with your hands.
Real tools. Real practice. Skills that last.
Open entry. Open exit. Learn masonry and construction fundamentals on a flexible attendance plan.
BRICK. BLOCK. STONE. YOUR NEXT CHAPTER.
CRAFT YOUR FUTURE / EST. IN PHOENIX
NCCER Accredited Training SponsorOpen entry · Open exitVeteran owned & operatedFull-time or part-time training
SEPTEMBER 2026 GRADUATES / U.S. SPACE FORCE
From California to Phoenix.
Built for the mission.
Congratulations to our four United States Space Force (USSF) trainees, who graduated in September 2026 after focused, hands-on masonry training.
This was the second group of trainees sent to Phoenix Masonry School by the U.S. federal government. They traveled from a USSF base in California specifically to train in our program.
A distinctive approach to learning masonry.
Explore training for your teamOur dedicated brick, block and stone training combines hands-on practice, open entry and open exit, and focused programs tailored to individual and organizational goals.
TRAINING THAT FITS YOUR LIFE
Open entry.
Open exit.
Your schedule. Your pace. Your next step.
Start throughout the year and build an attendance plan around work, family, and your goals. Attend full time or part time, then progress as you complete the required training hours and demonstrate your skills.
Weekly startsFlexible attendanceSkills-based progress
Talk through your schedule with admissionsConfirm your start date, available training hours, and attendance plan with an advisor.
LEARN THE SKILLS. FIND YOUR PATH.
A strong foundation
for what comes next.
Whether you’re starting a new career or sharpening your craft, your next step starts with practical training.
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02YOUR CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION
NCCER CORE Certificate
Start with the skills that carry across construction trades. Build a foundation in safety, tools, construction math, and working on a jobsite.
Explore this programTRAIN TOGETHER
Focused workshops. Stronger crews.
Tailored masonry and construction training for employers, agencies, and groups.
SAFETY & CERTIFICATION TRAINING
Be ready for the jobsite.
Build essential safety skills for construction jobs and roadway work zones.
OSHA 10 training
Learn to recognize common construction hazards and develop safer work practices through OSHA 10 construction safety training.
Ask about OSHA 10Arizona flagger certification
Learn traffic control fundamentals, flagging procedures, and work-zone safety to help protect roadway crews and the traveling public.
Ask about flagger trainingSUPPORTED BY AN ADOT GRANT
Our OSHA 10 and Arizona flagger certification training are supported by a grant provided by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).
Contact admissions for upcoming classes, grant-funded enrollment eligibility, and available seats.
LEARN FROM WHERE YOU ARE
Online learning.
Real-world skills.
Build your masonry knowledge through self-paced lessons and video instruction, with instructor support along the way. Ask about adding two intensive weeks of hands-on training in Phoenix.
THE CLASSROOM IS THE WORKSHOP.LESS SITTING. MORE BUILDING.
You learn a trade
by doing the work.
Pick up a trowel. Set your line. Lay your first course. Then practice until your technique feels right.
Our flexible approach pairs hands-on learning with the construction knowledge behind it. Experienced instructors help you develop precision, confidence, and good habits from the start.
- Learn brick, block, and stone techniques
- Train at a pace that fits your attendance plan
- Connect your training to your next career step
SKILLS WITH A NATIONAL FOUNDATION
Train with NCCER.
Build with confidence.
As an NCCER Accredited Training Sponsor, Phoenix Masonry School connects practical instruction with a nationally recognized construction training system.
Understand NCCER training
CORE fundamentals
Safety, construction math, tools, drawings, materials handling, and workplace skills.
Masonry Level 1
Craft-specific training with applicable written tests and performance verification.
MAKE YOUR NEXT STEP POSSIBLE
Training within reach.
Don’t let questions about cost stop the conversation. We’ll help you understand the available routes and who to contact.
Explore funding & support01
Workforce funding
Ask us about WIOA and ARIZONA@WORK funding options, or contact your local ARIZONA@WORK Career Advisor to learn whether you may qualify.
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ESA & other options
Explore ESA for eligible students, scholarships, and financing availability.
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Support beyond the classroom
Career guidance and industry connections to help you take the next step.
TUITION & FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Know your options.
Plan your next step.
Course tuition ranges from $1,250 to $15,000, depending on the course you choose. Any grant or scholarship you qualify for can reduce your out-of-pocket cost.
We’ll help you review your program, available support, and a written cost breakdown before enrollment.
Get pricing for your courseARIZONA ESA · EXPLORE THE SKILLED TRADES
Big possibilities.
A hands-on beginning.
Phoenix Masonry School is an approved school for the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA). Help your student explore masonry, build confidence, and discover a practical path forward.
Talk with admissions about an appropriate training plan and confirm eligible expenses through Arizona ESA before enrolling.
Ask about ESA training
ARIZONA CONSTRUCTION CAREER DAY (AZCCD)
A first look at what they can build.
High school students picked up tools and tried masonry with our team at AZCCD. Watch two short highlights from the day.
Career-day highlights are silent. Event participation is separate from ESA enrollment.
EXPERIENCE PASSED ON, ONE STUDENT AT A TIME
Meet the people
behind your training.
Founded in 2019. Built on decades of masonry, construction, and teaching experience.
- 1963
- Charlie began masonry
- 1980
- Charlie began teaching
- 2019
- School founded
OWNER & FOUNDER
Charlie Cummins
Charlie has worked in masonry since 1963 and has taught the trade since 1980. A Vietnam-era U.S. Navy Seabees veteran, he brings decades of practical experience to every lesson.
He spent 20 years contracting in Alaska on city, state, and federal projects, including schools and military-related construction. In 2019, he founded Phoenix Masonry School to pass that experience on through hands-on training.
CAMPUS DIRECTOR · CO-OWNER · JOINED IN 2020
Phillip Sin
Phillip grew up learning construction alongside his father, a general contractor, and developed hands-on experience across many trades. He joined Phoenix Masonry School in 2020, bringing that background to student training and campus leadership.
- NCCER Certified Instructor
- NCCER Certified Curriculum Performance Evaluator
- NCCER Certified Module Test Proctor
KB-2 contractor license application pending approval.
Phillip was part of Phoenix’s YouthBuild program with Habitat for Humanity, in partnership with Chicanos Por La Causa. YouthBuild supports GED completion and hands-on training in the trades.
He also serves on the City of Phoenix Workforce Coalition under Mayor Kate Gallego.
REAL PEOPLE. HANDS-ON PROGRESS.
See what our students build.
Brick, block, stone, and the people learning the craft. Tap any photo to take a closer look.
SEE THE WORK. GET A FEEL FOR THE SCHOOL.
Inside the workshop.
See the techniques, practice projects, and people behind Phoenix Masonry School. Explore our videos on TikTok and YouTube.
LET’S CLEAR A FEW THINGS UP
Your questions,
answered.
Do I need experience to enroll?+
No prior masonry experience is needed to begin learning the fundamentals. If you already work in construction, speak with us about your experience and the training that fits your goals.
How long does the Masonry program take?+
Plan for approximately 300 clock hours. A full-time schedule is typically around 6–8 weeks; part-time attendance takes longer. Your advisor will confirm the schedule and completion requirements.
What does open entry, open exit mean?+
You can start throughout the year rather than wait for a semester, attend full time or part time on an agreed schedule, and complete training as you meet the required hours and skills. We offer weekly starts. Contact admissions to confirm your start date and available training hours.
What does tuition cost?+
Course tuition ranges from $1,250 to $15,000, depending on the course taken, before any grant or scholarship you qualify for. Eligible support can reduce your out-of-pocket cost. Ask admissions for a written cost breakdown for your selected course.
Can I get help paying for school?+
Ask us about WIOA and ARIZONA@WORK funding options, or contact your local ARIZONA@WORK Career Advisor to learn whether you may qualify. You can also ask about ESA for eligible students, scholarships, and financing options. Eligibility, program approval, and funding availability must be confirmed with the relevant organization.
