Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Folkestone. Classes run at Folkestone College, part-time during the day. The course runs for 43 weeks, giving you time to build practical skills alongside other commitments. You'll learn to construct brick and block walls, mix mortar, handle materials safely, and work to professional standards. Topics cover health and safety, site working, and calculating materials. This is a solid bricklaying qualification for anyone looking to enter the construction industry.
Who this course is for
Build your knowledge of bricklaying and begin your journey into the construction industry.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to work safely on construction sites and follow industry regulations.
You'll construct straight walls, corners, and block structures using professional bricklaying techniques.
You'll mix and prepare mortar to correct ratios.
You'll handle, load, and prepare building materials safely.
You'll calculate and estimate materials needed for a job.
You'll use bricklaying tools correctly and set out brickwork accurately.
You'll understand how construction projects are organised and the roles within them.
You'll develop teamwork and time management skills expected on site.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom and workshop based at Folkestone College. You'll develop skills through hands-on practical tasks in industry-standard workshops, working with tools and materials used by professional bricklayers. Assessment is through practical work and demonstration of skills across the units covered during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Folkestone College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer: how to become a bricklayer on housing and commercial projects.
Construction operative: general site work across a range of build projects.
Groundworker: site preparation and infrastructure work.
Dry stone waller: specialist heritage and rural construction work.
Self-employed bricklayer: take on residential and small commercial contracts.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for experienced bricklayers, and the qualification needed to apply for a CSCS Skilled Worker card.
Level 2 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment: broadens your knowledge across construction trades.
CSCS Green Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme): some sites require this before you start work; your college can advise on the test.
