Free Level 2 Painting and Decorating Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the practical and technical skills you need to work as a painter and decorator. The course takes one year to complete. You'll learn surface preparation, paint application, wallpapering, and colour work across a range of materials and settings. Check the college website for the latest entry requirements; you'll also have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll prepare surfaces for painting and decorating, including filling, sanding, and priming.
You'll apply paint and coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
You'll hang wallpaper and other wall coverings accurately.
You'll work with colour, pattern, and texture to achieve different finishes.
You'll follow health and safety requirements on site.
You'll use and maintain tools and equipment correctly.
You'll read and interpret job specifications and work instructions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a workshop environment, alongside classroom sessions covering underpinning knowledge. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out decorating work to a set standard, as well as written or online tests covering the knowledge elements of the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Painter and decorator: working on residential and commercial properties
Decorating operative: site-based painting and finishing work
Property maintenance operative: general upkeep including decorating
Self-employed decorator: running your own decorating business
Shopfitter: interior finishing and decorating in retail environments
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Painting and Decorating: the next step for decorators looking to take on more complex work and move toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating: combine on-the-job training with further study while earning a wage.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach or train others in the trade.
