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Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Gateshead

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Bricklaying (Construction) Course in Gateshead. Classes run at Gateshead College Skills Academy for Construction, full-time during the day. You'll need a full Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject area to enrol. This bricklaying (construction) qualification covers brick and block walling, arches and openings, different types of walling, and the safe storage of materials and equipment. You'll build practical skills in fully equipped professional workshops. The course runs for one year. A great step for anyone asking how to become a bricklayer.

Who this course is for

This course provides the skills and underpinning knowledge you need to become recognised as a bricklayer. You will gain practical experience in our fully equipped professional workshops. As well as bricklaying, you will learn about arches and openings, various types of walling and all aspects of building.

Areas you will study will include: -Storage of materials and equipment. -Erect and dismantle basic working platforms. -Working efficiently. -Brick and block work walling. -Set out basic buildings. -Construct walling detail. -Signalling for the movement of loads. -Carry out maintenance to non-structural carpentry work.

Entry requirements

Qualifications needed: -You must have a full Level 1qualification in a relevant subject area.

Required experience: We welcome all applicants without any prior experience or knowledge in this area. You will need motivation to achieve and have a passion to gain skills enabling you to progress this as a career in the future.

What you will learn

  • You'll lay brick and block walling to industry standards.
  • You'll construct arches and openings in brickwork.
  • You'll work with various types of walling and building techniques.
  • You'll store and handle materials and equipment safely.
  • You'll erect and dismantle basic working platforms.
  • You'll apply efficient working practices on construction tasks.
  • You'll develop the underpinning knowledge needed to work as a bricklayer.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical work in professional construction workshops, supported by classroom-based study covering the knowledge behind each skill. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments that test both your technique and your understanding of bricklaying principles.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Gateshead College Skills Academy for Construction will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bricklayer: lay bricks and blocks on residential and commercial builds.
  • Bricklaying labourer: support skilled bricklayers on site while building experience.
  • Construction operative: general site work across a range of tasks.
  • Maintenance bricklayer: repair and restore brickwork on existing buildings.
  • Self-employed bricklayer: take on contracts independently once qualified and experienced.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step toward a CSCS skilled-worker card, which most employers and contractors require on site.
  • Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Level 2 or Level 3): combine paid work with structured training. This course can help you secure an apprenticeship place.
  • T Level in Construction: if you want to move into a technical or supervisory role in the built environment.
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