Level 2 C&G Diploma in Painting & Decorating (6707-23)

You must provide your own overalls, safety shoes, classroom equipment, and contribute to the cost of any additional enrichment activities.

If you are aged 19 or over tuition fees may be payable on enrolment, plus materials fees.

This programme will give you a broad knowledge of the Construction Industry and the technical skills training to achieve a Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating. Progression from this Level 2 course could be an apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating.

Level 1 qualification in Construction or Painting and Decorating. GCSE Maths and English at grade 3 or above. You will need to attend an interview and initial assessment prior to acceptance. You will demonstrate wilingness, commitment and motivation to studying theoretical and practical components of the course. You will be required to take the CITB assessment paper to evaluate your ability to read and understand construction drawings.

This course develops knowledge and skills in painting and decorating and covers the following:

• Erecting and dismantling access equipment and working platforms
• Preparing surfaces
• Applying paint systems by brush and roller 
• Applying foundation and plain papers
• Producing specialist decorative finishes
• Applying and creating colour
• Principles of building construction, information, and communication

You must undertake all units. Students may also be required to attend Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills Level 2) depending on prior achievements and initial assessments.  

Each unit will be assessed by end of unit multiple-choice tests supported with practical assessments throughout the year, together with an online multiple-choice knowledge test.

If you meet the entry requirements for this course, please use the Register my Interest or Enrol button or contact Part-time Admissions at 01743 653333 to organise enrolment. If you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our advice events, ring Part-time Admissions on 01743 653333, use our live chat facility, or emailparttimecourses@scg.ac.uk