Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Macclesfield. Classes run at Macclesfield College, full-time during the day, over 35 weeks. You'll build the practical and technical skills needed to work as a bricklayer, covering everything from setting out and laying bricks to reading construction drawings. To enrol, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including grade 3 in English and grade 4 in maths, or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant trade. This is a City and Guilds level 2 bricklaying qualification.
Who this course is for
This course will allow you to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Bricklaying.
Entry requirements
For this course you will need to have achieved 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including grade 3 in English and grade 4 in maths, or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant trade.
What you will learn
You'll lay bricks and blocks to construct walls, piers, and other structures.
You'll set out and mark up brickwork to specification.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
You'll mix and apply mortar correctly for different applications.
You'll work to tolerances and check your work for accuracy and quality.
You'll follow health and safety requirements on construction sites.
You'll use and maintain bricklaying tools and equipment safely.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the classroom and workshop at Macclesfield College, working directly with tools and materials. Assessment combines practical tasks, where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, with written or knowledge-based assessments. You'll be assessed on both the quality of your work and your understanding of the underpinning theory.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Macclesfield 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 while building trade experience.
Repointing and restoration specialist: heritage and repair brickwork projects.
Self-employed bricklayer: running your own bricklaying business.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for experienced bricklayers, and the qualification linked to a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach bricklaying or construction skills.
Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS): for those moving into supervisory roles on site.
