Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Sunderland. Classes run at Sunderland College City Campus. You'll need 2 GCSEs at grade 4 to 9 including Maths and English, or a relevant Level 1 qualification. This full-time daytime bricklaying qualification covers reading construction drawings, brick and block laying techniques, and foundation work. The course runs to 340 hours of hands-on, practical training. It's a City and Guilds level 2 bricklaying certificate that carries real weight with construction employers.
Who this course is for
Discover the skills, precision and craftsmanship essential for a career in bricklaying with our Level 2 Diploma. This programme offers hands-on training that equips you with the expertise to excel in the construction industry. You'll learn how to read and interpret construction drawings, master brick and block laying techniques, and understand the critical aspects of building layout and foundation work. Our experienced instructors, facilities, and a curriculum aligned with industry standards ensure you gain both the confidence and competence to construct robust structures with precision. Whether you aspire to join a leading construction firm or dream of running your own business, this qualification is your stepping stone to a promising career in building and construction. Join a community of passionate professionals and start shaping the world around you.
Entry requirements
You will need 2 GCSE's at grade 4-9 including Maths and English. Or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll read and interpret construction drawings accurately.
You'll lay bricks and blocks to professional standards.
You'll set out building layouts and carry out foundation work.
You'll apply the precision and craftsmanship required on construction sites.
You'll work to industry standards throughout the programme.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical, hands-on sessions in the college's construction facilities. Assessment is carried out through practical tasks and skills demonstrations that reflect real construction work. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply bricklaying techniques to the standard required by City and Guilds.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sunderland College City Campus 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 projects.
Groundworker: foundation and groundwork roles in construction.
Construction operative: general site work building on your practical skills.
Self-employed bricklayer: take on contracts once you have further experience.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for bricklayers working toward a CSCS skilled-worker card and higher-grade site roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Site Management: if you want to move into supervisory or site management work over time.
Bricklaying Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine paid work with structured training on site.
