Free Level 2 Painting and Decorating Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, to join. The course builds on Level 1 painting skills, covering water-borne paint application, wallpapering on walls and ceilings, and roller paint systems. You'll also take part in a work experience programme and develop employability skills alongside your painting and decorating classes. The course runs for one year.
Who this course is for
Progressing from the Level 1 Painting Study Programme, this Level 2 course teaches you further painting skills including how to apply water-borne paint, wallpapering basics for both walls and ceilings and how to apply paint systems by roller. Youll gain valuable experience both in the classroom and as part of our work experience programme including working to restore derelict homes in the community. Youll also get to take part in developing employability skills in partnership with local businesses ensuring that you have the relevant skills you need to enter the world of work. Following on from this course, you can begin an Apprenticeship in the construction industry. You can also progress straight into work as a painter or construction site worker. progression into a level three professional course is alos available.
Entry requirements
4 x GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English
What you will learn
You'll apply water-borne paints to a range of surfaces.
You'll learn wallpapering techniques for both walls and ceilings.
You'll apply paint systems using a roller.
You'll practise skills on real community restoration projects through the work experience programme.
You'll develop employability skills to prepare you for the workplace.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on practical work. The work experience programme takes you off-site to work on community projects, giving you practice in real decorating tasks. Employability skills are developed through a partnership programme alongside your technical training. Assessment is through practical tasks and coursework as part of the City and Guilds Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hull College 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 after Level 2.
Decorating operative. Entry-level site decorating work for residential and commercial projects.
Property maintenance worker. Painting and finishing as part of a broader maintenance role.
Self-employed decorator. Run your own painting and decorating business.
Restoration and refurbishment operative. Specialist work on older or heritage properties.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Painting and Decorating. The next step toward a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. If you want to teach painting and decorating skills to others.
Painting and Decorating Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3). Combine work and study to build on your qualification with employer-paid experience.
