Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Eastleigh. Classes run full-time at Eastleigh College, five days a week during the day, over 35 weeks. To join, you'll need a relevant Level 1 qualification at merit or distinction grade, plus GCSE English and maths at grades 4 to 9 (or equivalent). The course is open to learners aged 16 to 18 years old, or up to 24 years old with an Education, Health and Care Plan. You'll develop the practical and technical skills needed to work as a bricklayer on construction projects.
Who this course is for
Full time learners who are 16-18 years old
Entry requirements
Relevant Level 1 qualification and a positive progress towards GCSE English and maths.This full-time course is designed for young people aged 16-18 (or up to 24 if supported with an EHCP).
What you will learn
You'll lay bricks and blocks to construct walls, piers, and other structures.
You'll mix and apply mortar to the correct consistency and specification.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
You'll set out and build to accurate levels, plumb, and line.
You'll construct cavity walls, including insulation and wall ties.
You'll work safely on site, following health and safety regulations.
You'll use and maintain bricklaying tools and equipment correctly.
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 set standards, as well as written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Eastleigh College 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.
Groundworker. Laying foundations and working on site infrastructure.
Construction operative. General building work across a range of projects.
Dry stone waller. Specialist heritage and landscape construction work.
Repointing and restoration operative. Repair and maintenance of existing brickwork.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying. The next step for bricklayers working toward a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Site Supervision. Moves you toward a supervisory or foreperson role on construction sites.
Apprenticeship in Bricklaying (Level 3). Combines work-based training with further study while earning a wage.
