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NOCN NVQ Level 2 – Bricklaying (Trowel Occupations)

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations is a work-based qualification for employed learners, designed to develop skills, knowledge, and competence in bricklaying or blocklaying. It provides practical and transferable skills and can be taken as part of an apprenticeship or independently. The qualification is recognized by the industry for job entry and is suitable for those who do not require a full apprenticeship.

Qualification                    NOCN NVQ Level 2

Locations                            Burton, Staveley and Ripley 

Duration                              37-week programme 

Entry Requirements     None

Dates Available                Dates flexible to your needs.

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Course Details

  • What you will learn

    The learner will learn key practical skills and knowledge in these mandatory units:

    • Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
    • Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
    • Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace
    • Erecting Masonry Structures in the Workplace
    • Setting Out Masonry Structures in the Workplace

  • Key Units Covered

    The learner will also learn key practical skills and knowledge in one of the following optional units:


    • Erecting Masonry Cladding in the workplace
    • Erecting thin joint masonry structures in the workplace
    • Placing and Finishing Non-Specialist Concrete in the Workplace
    • Maintaining Slate and Tile Roofing in the Workplace
    • Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace
    • Installing Drainage in the Workplace
    • Producing Internal Solid Plastering Finishes in the Workplace
    • Producing External Solid Render Finishes in the Workplace
    • The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations requests the learner to demonstrate, in a real workplace environment, that you are competent against a set of performance statements. You are assessed by an occupationally competent and qualified assessor whose job is to work with you and help you through your programme of learning.

    This qualification is supported by federation Association of Brickwork Contractors (ABC).

  • Additional Info

    Entry Requirements


    There are no formal entry requirements for the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations qualification. However, you must ensure that you have the potential and opportunity to successfully gain the qualification.


    The Health and Safety CSCS test will be required to enable you to work on site.