Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Halifax. Classes run full-time during the day at Francis St Calderdale College. This is a focused, full-time route covering the skills and knowledge bricklayers use on site. The course runs for 468 hours in total. You'll work toward a City and Guilds bricklaying qualification that employers in construction recognise. Topics include setting out, laying bricks and blocks, and working safely. A free bricklaying course for adults is available subject to eligibility.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll learn how to set out and build brick and block structures to given specifications.
You'll develop skills in mixing and applying mortar correctly.
You'll practise laying bricks to line, level, and plumb.
You'll learn how to construct corners, piers, and openings in walls.
You'll understand how to read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to bricklaying work.
You'll learn how to select and use the correct tools and materials for each task.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment alongside classroom-based teaching. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, as well as written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer. How to become a bricklayer on residential and commercial sites.
Groundworker. Laying foundations and working alongside bricklaying teams.
Construction labourer. Supporting bricklayers and other trades on site.
Dry stone waller. Specialist walling work in rural and heritage settings.
Repointing and restoration operative. 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 and higher-level site roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Site Management. Moves you toward supervisory and site management responsibilities.
Apprenticeship in Bricklaying (Level 2 or 3). Combines on-site work with structured training and a wage while you qualify.
