Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Beverley. Classes run at Bishop Burton College, full-time during the day. This level 2 bricklaying qualification covers setting out and erecting masonry structures, construction drawing, health and safety, and sustainability in construction. Work experience is a core part of the programme; you'll complete over 300 hours off-site. The course takes one year. You'll need to have completed a Level 1 Bricklaying qualification before starting.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll apply health, safety, and welfare principles in construction settings.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings.
You'll set out masonry structures accurately.
You'll erect masonry structures to industry standards.
You'll understand sustainability practices in the construction industry.
You'll complete over 300 hours of off-site work experience.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom and workshop, combining theory with practical bricklaying sessions. Work experience forms a large part of the programme, with over 300 hours completed off-site. English and maths are included in the study programme if you haven't already achieved grade 4 or above at GCSE.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring warm clothing and hard-wearing trousers for outdoor and workshop practicals, a hard hat, and steel toe-capped boots. A hi-vis bib is optional but recommended. Bishop Burton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer: how to become a bricklayer in residential or commercial construction.
Site foreman: supervising trades and managing day-to-day site operations.
Building supervisor: overseeing construction work and coordinating teams.
Building control officer: inspecting buildings for safety and compliance.
Construction plant operator: operating machinery on construction sites.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for bricklayers aiming for senior roles or self-employment, and a route toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Plastering qualifications: broaden your trade skills across the construction industry.
Site management or construction supervision courses: if you're looking to move into a foreman or supervisory role further down the line.
