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Level 2 Painting and Decorating Course in Derby – Derby College

Cost£3,600.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Painting and Decorating Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College, full-time during the day. You'll need GCSE grade 4 or above in both Maths and English to join, and you'll attend an interview with the Construction team before starting. Over 36 weeks, you'll develop practical skills in surface preparation, decorative finishes, wallpaper hanging, and safe use of access equipment. Training takes place in industry-standard workshops. This level 2 painting and decorating qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.

Who this course is for

This Level 2 Painting and Decorating course is perfect for learners who have completed a Level 1 qualification and want to take their skills to the next level. You’ll learn advanced techniques in surface preparation, wallpapering, and applying decorative finishes, all within a professional, hands-on environment.What sets this course apart is its focus on real-world learning, including work placements, employer-led projects, and enrichment activities that help you build confidence and prepare for a successful career in the decorating trade.Maths and EnglishTo support your main programme of study, future progression, and life skills, you will also continue to develop your skills in Maths and English.This may involve working towards a Grade 4 or above at GCSE, or completing Functional Skills qualifications, depending on your current level.This course is ideal for learners who are:Creative and detail-orientedHardworking and reliableMotivated to build a career in the construction and decorating industry

Entry requirements

To join this Level 2 course, you must meet the following criteria:

Academic Requirements

You should have successfully completed an appropriate Level 1 qualification in the relevant trade area. This must be a certificate or diploma-sized qualification as a minimum.

You must hold a minimum of GCSE Grade 3 (or equivalent) Mathematics.

You must hold a minimum of GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English Language.

Interview and Assessment

All applicants will be required to attend an interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll prepare surfaces for painting and decorating, including filling, sanding, and priming.
  • You'll apply paint and decorative finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
  • You'll hang wallpaper, including lining paper and patterned wallcoverings.
  • You'll use access equipment safely, including ladders and working platforms.
  • You'll select and use the right tools and materials for different surfaces and finishes.
  • You'll follow health and safety practices relevant to the decorating trade.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on training in industry-standard workshops at Derby College. Classroom sessions build your underpinning knowledge of materials, techniques, and safe working practices. Assessment includes practical tasks and observations where you demonstrate your skills, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments. You'll also attend an interview before starting to confirm the course is right for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Derby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Painter and decorator. Work for a contractor or go self-employed once qualified.
  • Decorating operative. Entry-level site roles with housebuilders and refurbishment firms.
  • Maintenance painter. In-house painting and upkeep for housing associations or facilities teams.
  • Self-employed decorator. Take on domestic and commercial jobs independently.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Painting and Decorating. The next step for decorators aiming at skilled-worker status and a CSCS card at the appropriate grade.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training. If you want to pass your skills on and teach in a college or training centre.
  • CSCS Card (Skilled Worker). Not a qualification, but a card many sites require. Your Level 2 Diploma supports the application.
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