Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Rotherham College, part-time during the day, over 35 weeks. You'll need 2 to 3 GCSEs at grade 3 or above in English and maths (or equivalent Functional Skills), plus a Level 1 brickwork qualification or relevant work experience. The course covers practical bricklaying techniques alongside the underpinning knowledge employers expect. It leads directly to work as a bricklayer or to further trade qualifications.
Who this course is for
This course is for you if you want to get practical skills to work as a bricklayer. You may be able to go directly onto this level 2 qualification if you have the right skills and entry qualifications. The course is particularly suitable if you've already got a level 1 bricklaying qualification or you have some experience. Youll need good basic maths skills, enjoy working with your hands and like being part of a team.
Entry requirements
2 to 3 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above, including English and maths or equivalent Functional Skills qualifications. A level 1 qualification in brickwork or craft masonry, or relevant work experience is also acceptable.
What you will learn
You'll lay bricks and blocks to construct walls, piers, and other structures.
You'll set out and prepare work areas safely and accurately.
You'll mix and apply mortar to the correct consistency and specification.
You'll interpret drawings, plans, and instructions used on construction sites.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to bricklaying work.
You'll work to tolerances and check your work for accuracy and quality.
You'll use and maintain the hand tools and equipment used in bricklaying.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, as well as written or knowledge-based assessments covering the underpinning theory. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rotherham 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 below-ground masonry structures.
Dry stone waller: specialist heritage and rural brickwork and stonework.
Self-employed bricklayer: running your own bricklaying business.
Construction labourer: entry-level site work while building further skills.
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 Bricklaying Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training toward full trade status.
CSCS Card: once you hold the Level 3 NVQ, you can apply for a CSCS skilled-worker card, which most construction employers and sites require.
