Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Stroud. Classes run at SGS Stroud Campus, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-time bricklaying qualification covering the practical and technical skills you need to work in construction. The course runs for 408 hours in total. Fees apply, though students aged 16 to 18 years old pay a significantly reduced fee, and concessions may be available if you are 19 or over. Check the college website for current fee details.
Who this course is for
Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]
What you will learn
You'll learn to lay bricks and blocks to industry standards, including corners, piers, and openings.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to bricklaying and construction sites.
You'll mix and use mortar correctly for different applications.
You'll build cavity walls and understand their structural purpose.
You'll use hand tools and equipment safely and accurately.
You'll understand the properties of different bricks, blocks, and masonry materials.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions at SGS Stroud Campus. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate bricklaying skills to set standards, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments. Your progress is assessed on the quality and accuracy of your practical work throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. SGS Stroud Campus 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 projects
Blocklayer: specialist masonry work on larger construction sites
Repointing and restoration operative: repair and maintenance of existing brickwork
Construction labourer: entry-level site work while building further skills
Self-employed bricklayer: working for yourself on local contracts
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 that many employers and sites require.
Level 3 Diploma in Site Management: if you want to move into a supervisory or site management role further down the line.
CSCS Card: once you hold the right NVQ, you can apply for a CSCS card to work on most UK construction sites.
