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Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Ealing. Classes run at Southall Community College. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 1 qualification with Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths. The course runs full-time over one year, covering bricklaying techniques, cavity wall construction, health and safety, and employability skills. You'll also take part in work experience placements on construction projects. This City and Guilds level 2 bricklaying qualification is a strong starting point for a career in construction.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

You should have:

Four GCSEs atgrade 3 or above, including English and maths at grade 3 or Functional Skills Level 1 qualifications or A relevant Level 1 course and Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths.

At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you. You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.

What you will learn

  • You'll build cavity walls and other masonry structures to industry standards.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices on construction sites.
  • You'll develop precision techniques for laying bricks accurately and consistently.
  • You'll use modern construction methods and materials.
  • You'll gain employability skills to help you move into work or an apprenticeship.
  • You'll complete work experience placements on real construction projects.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and practical, hands-on sessions. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments. You'll also attend work experience placements. At enrolment, there's an interview with course tutors and, depending on your grades, an initial assessment in English and maths.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Southall Community College 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 projects.
  • Masonry contractor: specialist work in stone and brick for restoration or new builds.
  • Apprentice bricklayer: earn while you continue training toward a skilled-worker card.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the qualification bricklayers need for a CSCS skilled-worker card, opening up higher-paid site roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Site Management: for those looking to move into supervisory or site management positions.
  • Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine work and training to gain on-site experience while earning.
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