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Level 2 Extended Diploma in Bricklaying

Course overview


The Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying is designed for adults looking to develop
practical construction skills and begin a career in the building industry.
Whether you are retraining, upskilling, or starting your journey into
construction, this course provides the technical knowledge and practical
experience needed to progress.

Delivered in a practical training environment, the course allows you to learn
professional bricklaying techniques without needing prior industry experience.
You will develop confidence using industry tools, understanding construction
principles and building masonry structures safely and accurately. By the end of
the course, you will have a strong foundation in brickwork and construction
practices, helping you take the next step towards employment, further training,
or progression onto an NVQ pathway.

Course information


Throughout the course you will develop the core skills required to work in
the bricklaying and construction industry. Training combines practical workshop
sessions with the technical knowledge needed to work safely and professionally
on site.


Key topics include:



  • Constructing solid walls – learning how to build brick
    and block structures using correct bonding patterns and techniques

  • Constructing cavity walls – understanding modern wall
    construction used in residential buildings

  • Setting out masonry structures – learning how to measure,
    mark and plan brickwork accurately before building

  • Health and safety in construction – understanding safe
    working practices, site responsibilities and industry regulations

  • The construction industry – gaining an understanding of
    how building projects operate and the different trades involved

You will also develop practical skills such as mixing mortar, using
bricklaying tools correctly, reading construction drawings and building walls
that are level, straight and structurally sound.