Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute. You'll study full-time during the day, spending most of your time on practical, hands-on bricklaying work. The course runs for around 10 months and covers the core skills and knowledge you need to work as a bricklayer. This level 2 bricklaying qualification is awarded by City and Guilds. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
School leavers
Entry requirements
https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/construction/
What you will learn
You'll lay bricks and blocks to construct walls, piers, and other structures to industry standards.
You'll mix and apply mortar correctly for different types of brickwork.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll set out and build curved, angled, and straight brickwork.
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 building materials and when to use them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, classroom-based sessions at Grimsby Institute. Most of your time will be spent on hands-on bricklaying tasks, building real structures and developing your technique. You'll also cover underpinning knowledge in the classroom. Assessment is through practical tasks and knowledge-based assessments that test what you can do and what you understand.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer: how to become a bricklayer on residential or commercial sites.
Groundworker: laying foundations and drainage as part of a construction crew.
Construction operative: general site work across a range of build projects.
Self-employed bricklayer: taking on your own contracts once you have experience.
Dry stone waller: specialist heritage and rural brickwork and stonework.
Repointing and restoration worker: repair and maintenance of existing brickwork.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for bricklayers aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card, which many employers and sites require.
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Bricklaying: combine work and study to build on your Level 2 skills with on-the-job experience.
Site Supervisor or Foreman training: once you have trade experience, supervisory qualifications can open up management roles on site.
