Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Northampton – Moulton College Higham Ferrers Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Northampton. Classes run at Moulton College Higham Ferrers Campus, full-time during the day over one year. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though loans and fee reductions may be available. Check the college website for current details. You'll develop practical bricklaying skills, covering techniques used on construction sites day to day. This City and Guilds level 2 bricklaying qualification is a solid foundation for working as a bricklayer.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to lay bricks and blocks to accurate lines and levels.
  • You'll develop skills in mixing and applying mortar correctly.
  • You'll practise constructing walls, piers, and corners to specification.
  • You'll understand how to read and interpret construction drawings.
  • You'll learn about health, safety, and working practices on site.
  • You'll develop knowledge of materials, 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 teaching. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, as well as written or online tests covering underpinning knowledge. Your progress is assessed throughout the course, not just at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Moulton College Higham Ferrers 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 builds.
  • Groundworker. Site preparation and foundation work across construction projects.
  • Construction operative. General site work supporting bricklaying and building teams.
  • Self-employed bricklayer. Take on contracts once you have experience and a CSCS card.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying. The next step for experienced bricklayers. A Level 3 NVQ supports your application for a CSCS Skilled Worker card, which many employers and sites require.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Site Management. Moves you toward a supervisory or site management role in construction.
  • CSCS Card. Not a qualification, but a practical next step. Your Level 2 Diploma supports your application for a CSCS card to work on most UK construction sites.

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