Level 2 Bricklaying

Bishop Burton College

York Road, Bishop Burton, HU17 8QG

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)

Level 2

Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Bishop Burton College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This qualification will enable you to further develop your bricklaying skills. It will provide you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills, including health and safety and environmental issues relating to construction.

Course Details

Exploring health, safety and welfare in construction
Construction drawing techniques
Set out masonry structures
Erect masonry structures
Sustainability in the construction industry
English and Maths (if not achieved at grade 4)

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Work experience forms a large part of the study programme. You will need to complete over 300 hours off-site work experience. You will be expected to secure this prior to commencing the course if possible.

Entry requirements

You will need to complete the Level 1 Bricklaying qualification before commencing this course.

Equipment required

Warm clothing and hard-wearing trousers for outdoor/workshop practicals. Hard hat.Steel toe capped boots. Hi-vis bib (optional)

Your next steps...

You will have a range of further study options, including the Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying or one of our plastering courses.

Work as a qualified bricklayer, with the potential to develop your career across the wider construction industry in roles such as site foreman, building supervisor, building control officer, construction plant operator and many more.

Additional information

https://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/college/study/view-all-courses/level-2-in-bricklaying

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