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Construction

Bricklaying (Trowel Occupations) - Year 2 (September 2026 Start)

Start Date: 02/09/2026
Start Time: 09:00
End Date: 24/06/2026
End Time: 17:00
Day(s): Monday to Friday
Site: College Main Site

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Course Overview

Year 2 bricklaying is a fulltime programme that is usually studied over one year. Students studying this qualification will build cavity walls, brick arches, buttress walls and enhance skills ready for employment.

Work Experience & Industry Placements

With support all learners will complete a minimum of 35 hours of work experience related to the qualification. Past students have worked with building & maintenance companies as part of their work experience and gone onto work part time or become an appre

Qualification Gained

L2 Diploma bricklaying

After The Course

This qualification will enable learners to have the opportunity to progress into industry as an improver or into a bricklaying apprenticeship

What Will I Learn

You will learn all aspects of Health & Safety linked to the trade, cavity walling, setting out procedures and production of attached and isolated piers.

English And Maths

Learners who do not already hold a Maths and / or English qualification at grade 4 or above will study these subjects as part of their college qualification

Our Lecturers

Tim has worked in the construction industry for over 30 years, starting as apprentice bricklayer then working on many varied projects from domestic to commercial and infrastructure.

Enjoys spending time outside, camping and walking the dogs.

Also, member of national Airsoft team playing many unique sites throughout the UK.

Teaching Learning and Assessment

Through activities in our industry specific practical work shops and dedicated theory sessions.

Tutorials

1 hour per week

Course Expenses

Learners will need to purchase their own PPE (Work trousers, boots, gloves high vis and safety spectacles). We also recommend learners purchase relevant tools as an investment, and a course textbook to support their studies. Learners who join us on new students day will be given a kit list to help them prepare for their course.

How Will I Be Assessed

Practical assessments and multiply choice online exams.

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths

Required Experience

To hold level one in bricklaying or relevant industry experience.

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