This course is aimed at those aged 19+ who are interested in a career in the painting & decorating industry or who simply want to gain some skills in this area.
The level 1 and 2 diplomas are great for those who are looking to train as a domestic decorator, working on private housing properties.
If you are interested in the NVQ route, it's best you speak to a member of the team, as changes are being introduced to this qualification later in the year.
The course covers the following units:
Level 1 Diploma
Carry out safe working practices in construction
Information, quantities and communicating with others
Building methods and construction technology
Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms
Prepare surfaces for decoration
Apply paint systems by brush and roller
Apply foundation and plain papers
Produce specialist decorative finishes
Prepare for and paint flush doors and hang wallpaper
Level 2 Diploma
Carry out safe working practices in construction
Information, quantities and communicating with others
Building methods and construction technology
Prepare surfaces for decoration
Apply paint systems by brush and roller
Apply standard papers to walls and ceilings
Produce specialist decorative finishes
Apply waterborne paint systems using high volume low pressure (HVLP) spray equipment
Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms
Prepare for and decorate a room including doors and balusters
Next steps
After completing the Level 1 course there are a number of options available, depending on your final grade you could move onto an apprenticeship, a Level 2 Diploma or seek employment.
Further information
This is a Skill Start course.
The 9 week day time course will give you an introduction into your chosen trade area. After this you will have the option to progress onto a longer programme studying towards a Level 1 Diploma.
Level 1 Award & Certificate – no entry requirements, length of course is 9 weeks
Level Diploma – no entry requirements, length of course is 17 weeks (if you have completed the award) or 23 weeks
Due to changes in the way Adult Education is funded, from August 2021 onwards we only accept students who live within the West Yorkshire Combined Authority area or areas not covered by another Combined Authority.
How to apply
To apply please click the apply button on this page where it says apply today.
For general course enquiries please contact the Admin Team by calling 0113 222 6014 or emailing craft@lcb.ac.uk.
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