Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, full-time during the day, and take one year to complete. You'll build practical skills in setting out, solid walling, and cavity walling, alongside theory covering health and safety, construction principles, and working drawings. The curriculum includes guest speakers from local construction companies, site visits, and work placement opportunities. You can also work toward your CSCS card as part of your development. Entry requires Level 1 Bricklaying or equivalent.
Who this course is for
Enhancing your practical tool skills and knowledge, classes are made up of both theory and practical units. This course will teach you how to be proficient at building or repairs. Units include setting out, construction solid walling and cavity walling. The curriculum has been designed to support relevant industry standards and includes guest speakers from local construction companies. Students will also benefit from further enrichment including skills development, site visits, working towards a CSCS card and work placement. This qualification can lead into employment or an apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
L1 Bricklaying or equivalent. English and maths GCSE Grade 4 or above an advantage by not essential.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to set out and build solid walls, isolated piers, and attached piers
You'll learn how to construct cavity walling and form masonry structures
You'll interpret working drawings to set out masonry accurately
You'll apply health, safety, and welfare standards used in construction
You'll develop knowledge of building construction principles, information, and communication
You'll gain experience through site visits and industry masterclasses
How you will learn
The course combines classroom theory with hands-on practical sessions. Assessment includes two online tests and four paper-based assessments covering both theory and practical work. The five units span health and safety, construction principles, solid walling, working drawings, and cavity walling. You'll also have the opportunity to go on work placement with local employers.
What you will need to bring
You'll need safety footwear and overalls. Both can be purchased from Bishop Auckland College. The college will confirm any other requirements before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer - how to become a bricklayer on residential or commercial sites
Groundworker - construction groundwork and site preparation
Construction operative - general building and site support roles
Masonry repair specialist - maintenance and restoration of brick structures
Self-employed bricklayer - take on contracts and private work independently
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying - the next step for experienced bricklayers working toward a CSCS skilled-worker card and higher-grade site roles.
Level 2 or Level 3 Bricklaying Apprenticeship - combine paid work with structured training; the provider notes this as a direct progression route for those who achieve suitable grades.
CSCS Card - not a qualification, but a site-access requirement you can work toward alongside or after this course.
