Brickwork Level 1/2

Learn how to become a professional bricklayer and work towards a career in the fast-growing construction industry.

This is a two-year programme of study consisting of three qualifications:

The Level 1 Bricklaying Diploma is designed to prepare people to enter the industry in their chosen craft and will be completed in year 1.

The Level 2 Bricklaying Diploma is designed to develop the skills and knowledge of people, enabling them to work in industry in their chosen craft. This will be completed in year 2.

Course Info
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Bricklaying Diploma Level 1/2
LevelLevel 1
Level 2
LocationColchester
Braintree
DurationTwo years
Year 1: Level 1
Year 2: Level 2
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Braintree Campus
Start DateSeptember 2025
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Year 1: £2,012
19+: Year 2: £2,344
How will I learn?

The Bricklaying Diploma programmes have been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using simulated conditions. Working within our fully equipped training workshops you will work with real materials and on projects you would expect to find in industry. Practical and theory sessions are combined to provide you with an understanding of basic and more advanced bricklaying techniques. Assessment is based on the student showing what they can do as an individual through the completion of all the requirements of the qualification.

Practical sessions are combined with traditional classroom activities and computer-aided learning; these enable production of a portfolio of evidence. Students work towards passing end of unit tests, practical assessments and an online test set by the awarding body. In addition to your main programme, you will also engage in activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

All the units of training must be completed by each student. All outcomes must be achieved during the training programme.

Course Content

Level 1 Bricklaying Diploma units may include:

  • Carrying out Blocklaying Activities
  • Carrying out Bricklaying Activities
  • Carrying out Cavity Walling Activities
  • Contribute to Setting Out and Building of Masonry Structures up to Damp Proof Course
  • Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction
  • Principles of Building Construction, Information and Communication

Developing from the Level 1 programme, Level 2 units and activities include:

  • Interpreting Working Drawings to Set Out Masonry Structures
  • Producing Thin Joint Masonry and Masonry Cladding (Optional)
  • Building Solid Walling, Isolated and Attached Piers
  • Construct Cavity Walling Forming Masonry Structures
  • Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction
  • Principles of Building Construction, Information and Communication

In addition to this there are seven theory units to complete, each of which have an internal knowledge test, plus an end of year exam on all seven units of study.

Assessment is based on the student demonstrating competence as an individual through the completion of all the requirements of the qualification. The Qualification comprises: General Core units, occupation specific units, practical assignment, and online testing of knowledge. To gain the Bricklaying Diploma, you must be successful in all units and practical assignments.

Entry Requirements

Level 1:

  • 3 GCSEs (9-1), including English and Maths, or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent
  • An interview

Level 2: Satisfactory completion of the Level 2 Qualification and via a progression interview.

Candidates must be deemed to have the potential and opportunity to successfully gain the qualification.

What Can I Do Next?

Level 1: Employment opportunities as a trainee bricklayer/improver. Further vocational training and assessment leading to NVQ Level 2.

Level 2: Further vocational training and assessment through a Bricklaying Apprenticeship at Level 3 or employment.

 

Fees and Finance

Students’ college education is funded for three academic years after leaving secondary school in year 11. Please click the button below which will apply to your age on the 31st August 2025 in order to find out more information about fees and finance relating to your course.

 

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