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RSGB Brickworks Progression Scheme Relaunches

Posted: 11 May 2022 10:37 AM PDT https://feedpress.me/link/22841/15288704/rsgb-brickworks.html


The RSGB has relaunched its post-Foundation exam incentive scheme, under
the name Brickworks.

The scheme, originally developed for a club in the North West, was launched nationally by the RSGB in May 2020 (when the country was in the early
stages of the Covid lockdown). At the time, most of the traditional clubs
were closed, which may be why the scheme didnt really take off. The scheme
has now relaunched, with clubs and newcomers being encouraged to sign up
and take part now that clubs are open for business again.
The RSGB Brickworks Logo
What is Brickworks?

Subtitled Building on the Foundation, this is intended to encourage
Foundation licence holders to stay interested in the hobby, learn new
skills, progress in ham radio and potentially move up to Intermediate and
Full.

Newcomers who sign up to the scheme need to complete a number of
activities, with the help of their local club completing 3 of the
activities earns the newcomer a Bronze certificate, leading to Silver,
Gold, Platinum and Diamond certificates for those who stick with it.

Brickworks activities include: making a certain number of on-air contacts, taking part in contests, attending club meetings and events, constructing hardware, writing software, introducing others to the hobby and helping
with training. Even making tea at a local club, or serving on the
committee, may earn a Brickworks credit towards the next certificate. Interested?

Since 2020, over 40 clubs have signed up to take part, and there is a searchable map of the UK that allows you to find your local Brickworks
club: Brickworks Club Finder. If youre interested, contact your nearest Brickworks club to get started.

Since lockdown, weve seen thousands of people pass their Foundation, thanks
to online exams, and with clubs re-opening, many of the newcomers will be turning to their local clubs for practical help and support. At the end of
our free online Foundation training courses, our students complete a
survey, and over 44% have reported an interest in a progression scheme like Brickworks.

If youre involved with a club and want to take part, details of how to get
your club accredited can be found here.
Related Links

RSGB Brickworks Scheme
RSGB Brickworks Information (HamHub.uk)
Brickworks Some background (Essex Ham)

Your thoughts?

Are you a club running Brickworks? A newbie whos taking part? Wed love to
get your thoughts on the rebooted Brickworks scheme. Please add your
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