Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Crewe. Classes run at Cheshire College Crewe Campus, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though government funding may be available depending on your circumstances. This City and Guilds bricklaying qualification covers the practical and technical skills you need to work as a bricklayer. The course runs to 408 hours of learning. You'll develop skills in laying bricks, reading plans, and working safely on site.
Who this course is for
"Bricklaying Diploma - Level 2 - C&G is suitable for school leavers."
Entry requirements
"Typically you will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D or above, including a 3/2 (D/E) combination for maths and English."
What you will learn
You'll lay bricks and blocks to accurate lines and levels.
You'll mix and apply mortar correctly for different applications.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll build cavity walls, piers, and other standard structures.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to bricklaying work.
You'll use and maintain hand tools and equipment safely.
You'll understand the properties of bricklaying materials and when to use them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to a set standard, as well as written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College Crewe Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer. How to become a bricklayer on residential and commercial sites.
Dry Stone Waller. Specialist heritage and landscaping brickwork and stonework.
Construction Labourer. Entry-level site work supporting trades teams.
Groundworker. Site preparation and infrastructure work alongside bricklayers.
Self-employed Bricklayer. Running your own bricklaying business.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying. The next step for experienced bricklayers looking to qualify at a higher level and access skilled-worker CSCS card status.
Level 3 Diploma in Site Management. For those moving toward a supervisory or site management role in construction.
Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3). Combines on-the-job training with a qualification, often the route into employed bricklaying work.
