Level 2 Painting and Decorating Course in Bristol. Classes run at SGS College Filton Campus, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-time painting and decorating course covering the core skills employers look for. The course runs for 408 hours. Fees apply, though students aged 16 to 18 years old pay a significantly reduced fee, and concessions may be available for those aged 19 or over. You'll work toward a City and Guilds Level 2 painting and decorating qualification, covering surface preparation, paint application, and decorative techniques.
Who this course is for
Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]
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 spray equipment
You'll hang wallpaper and other wall coverings accurately
You'll work with a range of interior and exterior finishes
You'll follow health and safety requirements on site
You'll read and interpret job specifications and work instructions
You'll select and use the correct tools and materials for each task
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and workshop, building skills directly through doing. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate your technique, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments to show your understanding of the trade. Your progress is assessed against the City and Guilds Diploma standard throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. SGS College Filton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Painter and decorator: working on residential and commercial properties
Interior decorator: specialist finish and colour work indoors
Exterior decorator: weatherproofing and painting building exteriors
Maintenance painter: keeping buildings in good condition for landlords or facilities teams
Decorating labourer: supporting skilled decorators on larger contracts
Self-employed painter and decorator: running your own decorating business
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Painting and Decorating: the next step if you want to take on more complex work and qualify for a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you later want to teach or train others in the trade.
CSCS Card: once you have the right NVQ level, you can apply for a CSCS card, which many construction employers require on site.
