Free Level 1 Construction Skills (Painting and Decorating) Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds College of Building, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll cover the core practical skills of painting and decorating, from surface preparation to applying finishes. The course takes 10 weeks. You'll have a basic skills assessment before you start, so the course is set at the right level for you. A solid first step into the trade, this construction skills (painting and decorating) qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.
Who this course is for
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.
Entry requirements
If you are aged 16-18 you will complete an assessment and attend an interview. If you are aged 19 and over you will complete a basic skills assessment.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to prepare surfaces for painting and decorating work.
You'll practise applying paint and other finishes to walls, ceilings, and woodwork.
You'll develop skills in using the tools and equipment used in the trade.
You'll learn about health and safety on site and in the workplace.
You'll understand the materials used in painting and decorating and how to select them.
You'll gain knowledge of basic colour theory and its practical application.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom and workshop based at Leeds College of Building. You'll learn through a mix of practical tasks and underpinning knowledge work. Assessment is through practical assignments and short written or oral tasks that test your understanding of the subject. There are no formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds College of Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Painter and decorator. How to become a painter and decorator: this is your starting point.
Domestic decorator. Working on private housing and residential properties.
Decorating labourer. Entry-level site support while building trade experience.
Self-employed decorator. Working for yourself on small domestic jobs.
What you could study next
Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating (City and Guilds) - a longer qualification covering more of the trade, available at Leeds College of Building after the Certificate.
Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating (City and Guilds) - the next step toward working as a qualified decorator on domestic and commercial projects.
NVQ in Painting and Decorating - the route to a CSCS skilled-worker card; speak to the team at Leeds College of Building about current options, as this qualification is changing.
