Construction and Trades

Level 2 Painting and Decorating

College,Adult
Construction and Trades
Trowbridge
Study Mode

Full Time

Start Date, Location

Sep 2026, Trowbridge

Duration

1 year

Cost

£.00

per academic year.
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Course Overview

This practical course is the perfect next step if you have completed the Level 1 in Painting and Decorating and is also designed for people who are completing an NVQ2 in painting and decorating since the two qualifications can be gained together. The course enables you to gain the skills and knowledge you need to become a successful professional painter and decorator. You will gain experience of the latest techniques and technology, learning in an environment which simulates real working conditions, and also build your knowledge of health and safety in the decorating industry. This Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating qualification provides the knowledge, understanding and skills related to the equivalent NVQ Unit.

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You will study a range of units such as:

• Health and safety and welfare in construction and associated industries
• Knowledge of technical information, quantities and communication with others
• Knowledge of construction technology
• Prepare surfaces for decoration
• Apply paint systems by brush and roller
• Produce specialist decorative finishes
• Apply water-borne paint systems using high volume low pressure (HVLP) spray equipment
• Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms
• Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating.
• GCSE grade 2 or above in English and maths or equivalent.
• A good reference.
• A satisfactory interview.
You will be assessed through knowledge and understanding questions for each unit. You will also need to successfully complete a practical assignment, demonstrating that you can prepare for and paint flush doors and hang wallpaper, and a City & Guilds online exam at the end of the course.

We recommend that you allocate time to studying at home in order to achieve your targets.
You will be required to provide your own overalls and protective footwear and buy some textbooks.

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