Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Swadlincote

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Swadlincote. Classes run at Stephen Burke Academy, full-time during the day. You'll study a mix of practical and theory work, covering how to set out a building, measuring and levelling, reading construction drawings, and laying bricks and blockwork to a range of bonds and cavity wall construction. Health and safety across the construction industry is also covered. The course takes one year to complete. You'll need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3, including GCSE Maths at grade 3 or a Level 1 Maths equivalent.

Who this course is for

This one year course is designed for those interested in working in the construction industry as a bricklayer and is an excellent progression route from the Level 1 qualification

The course content is a mix of practical and theory work which includes how to set out a building, using measuring and levelling techniques, interpreting drawings and specifications, and the laying of bricks to half a brick wide and solid one brick-wide walling to a variety of bonds.

You will also study the laying of blockwork and brickwork to cavity wall construction and installing components e.g. lintels, DPCs, cavity trays, wall ties, insulation and weep holes. Additionally, you will also gain key knowledge concerning health and safety and the wider construction industry. Our qualifications are taught by fully qualified industry professionals, passing on their knowledge to allow you to enter a driven industry and lead in the future of the sector.

Studies at the Stephen Burke Construction Academy allow you to progress in safe, realistic working environments. You’ll learn practical skills alongside the underpinning principles required to be successful in the industry.

All courses offer enrichment opportunities and work experience with partners in the industry such as St. Modwen Homes to offer the chance to complete exciting customer and industry driven projects and gain experiences which bridge the gap between education and employment. Each year, learners are also given the opportunity to be nominated for a prestigious learner of the year award which guarantees an interview for an exciting position at St. Modwen Homes as trainee in either Site Management/Technical Management or Quantity Surveying.

Entry requirements

Applicants will be expected to have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or an equivalent qualification including GCSE maths grade 3 or level 1 equivalent in maths

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to set out a building using measuring and levelling techniques.
  • You'll interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • You'll lay bricks to half a brick wide and solid one brick-wide walling in a variety of bonds.
  • You'll lay blockwork and brickwork to cavity wall construction.
  • You'll install components including lintels, DPCs, cavity trays, wall ties, insulation, and weep holes.
  • You'll apply health and safety principles relevant to the construction industry.

How you will learn

Learning combines hands-on practical work with underpinning theory. You'll work in a construction training environment at Stephen Burke Academy, practising bricklaying techniques alongside classroom study. Assessment covers both your practical skills and your knowledge of construction principles. Work experience opportunities are available to bridge the gap between training and employment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stephen Burke Academy 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: construction groundwork and foundations roles.
  • Construction labourer: site support work while building bricklaying experience.
  • Self-employed bricklayer: working on private contracts and extensions.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for experienced bricklayers, and the qualification needed for a CSCS Skilled Worker card.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Site Management: if you want to move into a supervisory or site management role.
  • Apprenticeship in Bricklaying: combine on-site work with further structured training and earn while you learn.

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