Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Fareham. Classes run full-time at Fareham College, five days a week during the day. The course runs for 43 weeks and covers the practical and technical skills you need to work as a bricklayer. You'll need a relevant Level 1 qualification at merit or distinction, plus GCSE English and maths at grades 4 to 9 or equivalent. This is a City and Guilds level 2 bricklaying qualification, and the course is open to learners aged 16 to 18 years old, or up to 24 with an EHCP.
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 read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll mix and apply mortar to the correct consistency and joint finish.
You'll set out and build cavity walls, including insulation.
You'll work safely on site, following health and safety regulations.
You'll use and maintain bricklaying tools and equipment correctly.
You'll understand the properties of different bricks, blocks, and building materials.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in workshops and classrooms at Fareham College. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills, as well as written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. Your progress is assessed throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Fareham 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 drainage as part of a construction team.
Construction operative. General building work across a range of site tasks.
Dry stone waller. Specialist heritage and landscaping bricklaying work.
Repointing and restoration operative. Repair and maintenance of existing brickwork.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying. The next step for experienced bricklayers aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling. Adds a complementary trade skill valued on construction sites.
CSCS Card. Required to work on most UK construction sites. Your Level 2 Diploma supports your application for a skilled-worker card.
