Free Level 1 Painting and Decorating Course in Corby. Classes run at Tresham College Corby Campus, full-time during the day. Over one year, you'll build the practical skills that form the foundation of a career as a painter and decorator. The course covers surface preparation, applying paint and wallcoverings, and working safely on site. This level 1 painting and decorating qualification is a solid first step if you're heading into the trade.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll prepare surfaces for painting and decorating, including filling, sanding, and priming.
You'll apply paint using brushes, rollers, and other tools to interior surfaces.
You'll hang wallcoverings accurately and neatly.
You'll follow health and safety procedures relevant to painting and decorating work.
You'll select and use the correct materials and equipment for different tasks.
You'll work to industry standards for finish and quality.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on work at Tresham College Corby Campus. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments that test your skills and knowledge across the units of the Diploma. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course rather than through a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Corby Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Painter and decorator: apply paint and wallcoverings in homes and commercial buildings.
Decorator's labourer: support qualified decorators on site while building experience.
Property maintenance operative: carry out painting tasks as part of a broader maintenance role.
Apprentice painter and decorator: combine on-site work with further training toward a full trade qualification.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating: the natural next step, covering more complex techniques and preparing you for skilled trade work.
Level 2 NVQ in Painting and Decorating: a work-based qualification that can support a CSCS skilled-worker card application.
Painting and Decorating Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.
