Construction

Bricklayer Level 2 Apprenticeship

In Brief

Start Date / Duration

Apprenticeships can start at any time. The course will take 30 months to complete.

Entry requirements

  • You will need to be at least 16 years of age
  • You will hold two GCSEs at grade A*-E, plus GCSE maths and English at grade 3 or above
  • It is  desirable that you have English and maths at grade 4/C or above but this is not essential as functional skills is delivered as part of the apprenticeship programme
  • You will need to find an employer to employ you as an apprentice. Please see our Apprenticeship vacancies.

You will achieve

Bricklaying Level 2 Apprenticeship standard

Course Code

AFCON

Course overview

You will learn how to construct masonry cladding and cavity walling to form masonry structures. Skills in constructing solid walling with isolated and attached piers are also covered. Additionally, studying health, safety, and welfare in construction and related industries forms part of the curriculum. Other key areas include setting out masonry structures, understanding construction technology, and more.

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Course content

You will study units from the list below which relate to your job role;

  • Construct masonry cladding
  • Construct cavity walling forming masonry structures
  • Construct solid walling incorporating isolated and attached piers
  • Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries
  • Set out masonry structures
  • Understanding construction technology
  • Understanding information, quantities and communication with others

You will be assessed by your assessor using a portfolio of evidence, practical demonstrations and assignments. You will be assessed both in College and in your place of work.

You will be required to provide paper, writing materials, A4 ring binder file, extra wide dividers and clear plastic wallets.

You will study within the workplace and attend classes at Barnsley College’s Construction Centre, Honeywell Site, Honeywell Lane, Barnsley S75 1DP.

Upon completion you could progress onto the Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Bricklaying or apply for job roles including:

  • Bricklayer
  • Craft Mason

On completion of this Apprenticeship, the apprentice will have satisfied the requirements to obtain a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card at the appropriate level. As a result of achieving the Apprenticeship, there will be an entitlement to join the Federation of Master Builders’ continuous professional development (CPD) scheme for individual tradespeople.

How much does the course cost?

There is no cost to being an apprentice. All costs associated with your apprenticeship, including the cost of training and your salary, will be paid by your employer.  

Extra information

For further information please contact the team on 01226 216 166 or email: apprenticeships@barnsley.ac.uk

 

 

Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, Honeywell Sports Village where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates. You don’t have to be studying sport to get involved in the Sports Academy.

Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.

Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.

If you are aged 16 – 19 and don’t hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which can be added to your study programme.

If you’re aged 19 or above and don’t hold a a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.

If you need any further information, please contact our Information Team by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing info@barnsley.ac.uk

Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Bricklayer Level 2 Apprenticeship

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