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Diploma in Painting and Decorating, Level 1

Are you someone who wants to leave a lasting legacy and make a practical difference in people's lives? Do you have an eye for detail, a passion for learning, and an interest in the field of construction? If so, we recommend considering our Painting and Decorating Diploma. In this course, you will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of painting and decorating. You will learn…

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What you’ll do

Is this course for me?

Are you someone who wants to leave a lasting legacy and make a practical difference in people's lives? Do you have an eye for detail, a passion for learning, and an interest in the field of construction? If so, we recommend considering our Painting and Decorating Diploma.

In this course, you will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of painting and decorating. You will learn the skills and techniques needed to make homes more inviting, create striking decorative effects, and improve existing buildings. With practical training and expert guidance, you will develop a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the tools and materials needed to do the job right.

Upon completing our Painting and Decorating course, you will have the opportunity to start a rewarding career in the construction industry. You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to work on a wide variety of projects. Whether you choose to work for a construction company or start your own business, the possibilities are endless.

What you will learn

This course is designed to help students gain a comprehensive understanding of painting and decorating by covering a range of essential topics and units. These units are essential to have a solid foundation in painting and decorating and will also equip you with the necessary skills that employers often look for when hiring individuals in this industry.

When studying Level 1 Painting and Decorating, you can expect your units to include:

  • Health and safety in construction
  • The construction industry
  • Environmental awareness and sustainability in construction
  • The handling, moving and storing of resources
  • Erect and dismantle access equipment or working platforms
  • Personal wellbeing in construction
  • Construction principles
  • Further skills for painting and decorating

Your qualification

Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating

Additional qualifications

All Level 1 learners will also complete a Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment to allow you to access a CSCS card which you will need to be able to go on site.

We collaborate with stakeholders, including CITB and Quantum, to enhance our construction programmes based on their feedback. This has led to the addition of the CSCS/H&S certificate, E3 Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Award, and Understanding Domestic Retrofit Award to align with industry needs.

Entry requirements

Your starting point

Your commitment

Construction

Industry interest

  • Commitment to working in the construction industry.
Full entry requirements

Commitment to working in the construction industry. 

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How you’ll be assessed

  • Online exams
  • Practical assessment

Online exams and practical assessment 

Where it could lead

Possible next steps
This course
  • Level 2 Painting & Decorating
  • Construction employment or apprenticeship

Upon completion, if you're wish to progress with further study, this could be by enrolling on the following courses:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating full time.

Alternatively, if you're wishing to enter employment, career opportunities may include employment in the construction, painting, and decorating industry or an apprenticeship.

Fees, funding & support

Tuition for ages 16–18

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For eligible 16–18-year-olds. Aged 19 or over? Ask the college for your tuition fee.

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