Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Erdington Skills Centre, full-time during the day. You'll learn to read construction drawings, build walls and piers, and apply health and safety practices on site. The course runs for 42 weeks. To enrol, you'll need a Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying and GCSEs in Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or an equivalent qualification. This City and Guilds level 2 bricklaying qualification covers the core skills employers look for in a working bricklayer.
Who this course is for
Bricklayers are essential to the construction of buildings�from homes and
schools to bridges and commercial spaces. This hands-on course will teach you
how to read construction drawings, build solid walls and piers, and understand
the vital health and safety aspects of the job.
Entry requirements
You must have successfully completed the Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying.
You�ll also need GCSEs in Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or an
equivalent qualification.
What you will learn
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
You'll build solid walls, piers, and other brick structures to specification.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to bricklaying work.
You'll select and use the correct materials, tools, and equipment.
You'll work to tolerances and check your own work for accuracy.
You'll understand how bricklaying fits into wider construction projects.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a classroom and workshop setting. Training covers both the physical craft of bricklaying and the underpinning knowledge behind it. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate your bricklaying skills, alongside knowledge-based assessments to confirm your understanding of construction principles and health and safety requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Erdington Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer: lay bricks and blocks on residential and commercial builds.
Groundworker: site preparation and foundations work in construction.
Construction operative: general site work across a range of projects.
Self-employed bricklayer: take on contracts and run your own work.
Maintenance bricklayer: repair and upkeep of existing structures.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step if you want to qualify for a CSCS skilled-worker card and take on more complex bricklaying work.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach construction trades in the future.
Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS): a short course that supports a move into supervisory roles on site.
