Our part-time Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to become a recognised bricklayer.
You will have the opportunity to learn in our state-of-the-art workshops with specialist equipment.
Guided by our expert tutors and guest lecturers your study will include hands-on experience preparing you for industry.
Please note that this is a part-time course and you must be aged 19+ to apply.
Guided by our expert lectueres you will advance your knowledge of bricklaying and available technology in construction. Through practical and theoretical based-learning you will develop your knowledge of solid walling, as well as the proper application of thin joints, setting out and cavity walling.
Building on the knowledge and skills you developed at Level 1 (or alternative prior experience) you will explore in more detail the two ‘core units’ increasing your understanding of your responsibilities to maintain health, safety and welfare in construction settings.
You will also extend your understanding of other trades and your ability to work alongside them with more detailed study of the principles of building construction, information and communication.
The specialist units you will undertake include cavity walling, at this level incorporating openings and decorative features. You will construct solid walls, isolated and attached piers, copings and cappings and you will set out more complex buildings using profiles and mechanical levelling devices to transfer horizontal measurements across a building project.
Course cost: £1,344
Note: These fees are applicable for students living in non-devolved
authorities (e.g. West Northamptonshire, North Northamptonshire,
Leicestershire). Students living in devolved authorities may have to pay higher
fees. To find out if you live in a devolved or non-devolved postcode for the
purposes of adult funding please visit: https://skillspostcodecheck.com/
Hi-Vis and Work Safety Boots are required to undertake this course. You can find a full equipment list here.
To secure your place on this course a non-refundable deposit must be paid. You may be able to apply for funding towards the cost of this course, depending upon your circumstances at the start of the course. Payment plans are also available.
For further information including price and how to pay please contact our student services team on 01604 491131.
This course will take place on a Monday and Wednesday, starting at 6pm and finishing at 9pm.
The course will start on Monday 15 September 2025.
A Level 2 Diploma will give you the chance to progress to an apprenticeship, employment in the industry as a bricklayer, or to set up as a sole trader (self-employed) in the sector. You could also progress onto study Level 3 in Construction Management.
You must be over the age of 19 to apply for this course. You will need to have completed a Level 1 in a trade related subject alternatively we may be able to consider your application on the basis of previous experience.
No other college in the UK can rival the purpose built facilities we have at Moulton College.
