Level 3 Diploma in Painting & Decorating
| Mode of study | Vocational Full-time |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Campus | London Road Campus |
| Start date | 4 September 2023 |
| Course code | FLR3PDN (2324) |
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Who is it for?
This programme is designed to give you broad knowledge and understanding of the Construction Industry and to provide the technical skills training to achieve a level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating. Progression from the L1 course would be to the Level 2 Diploma in P & D or to a combined L2 NVQ/Diploma in P & D you should gain an Apprenticeship.
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Entry Requirements
Level 2 Painting & Decorating course and preferably English and Maths GCSE at grade 4.
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What does the course involve?
The course develops knowledge and skills for the construction industry and prepares you for a supervisor or senior role within the sector. This course takes the techniques and skills learnt at Level 2 and progresses them further to aid your understanding of this industry sector. Our experienced and expert teachers will guide you through the requirements of the course to allow you to progress into full-time employment or further studies.
The main modules covered are:
- Applying hangings to walls and ceilings
- Producing specialist finishes for painted decorative work
- Producing specialist architectural finishes for decorative work
- Applying water-borne paint systems using airless equipment and High-Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) spray equipment
- Principles of organising, planning, and pricing construction work.
You will have to undertake all units and pass Functional Skills in English and/or Maths (if not already achieved).
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How is the course assessed?
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.
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How much does it cost?
You will provide your own overalls, safety shoes, tools, classroom equipment and contribute to the cost of any additional enrichment activities.
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Additional Notes
Upon the successful completion of this course. you will have the option to progress to the HNC Construction & the Built Environment. An alternative option would be to go to do an apprenticeship with a painting and decorating company. We can help you with this option, please go to www.scg.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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Further Information
Students can enter local, national, and international competitions including the UK SkillBuild competition. Students at SCG have also taken part in the annual Graining and Marbling Olympics in Stoke, where they have previously gained 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
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Other details
Functional Skills in English and Maths and Tutorial.
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What do I do next?
You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk
Jordan Phillips
Level 1 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy
Painting & Decorating is a good trade to train in and offers great business opportunities afterwards. The tutors are good and I have learnt so much here – I have especially enjoyed learning how to wallpaper.
Esther Dickson
Level 2 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Telford College
My favourite thing that I’ve studied is decorative skills, which involve doing different techniques like stencilling and marbling. It’s quite intricate work and it was a challenge to learn, but I’m really proud of what I’ve done. You’ve just got to try new techniques out and know that you’re going to learn how to do it successfully when you’ve got a tutor as friendly and helpful as my tutors. My dream is to have my own interior design studio, specialising in working with small spaces and proving that you don’t need a lot of room to have a great home.
Charlie Meredith
Level 1 Brickwork
Previous school: Thomas Adams School
I'm in my second year of brickwork and I've been learning a lot about attention to detail. I've got a part-time job on building sites on Mondays and Fridays where I work on extensions, new builds, renovations - anything you can think of really. At college, we learn the techniques and at work, I get to put them into practice.
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