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Painting and Decorating
Apprenticeship
Level 2 - Intermediate

18 months minimum
duration

Level 3 - Advanced

Painters and decorators use a range of coverings to enhance and protect surfaces.
If you like practical work and enjoy being artistic, this apprenticeship could be
a perfect career for you. Did you know that 60% of the painting and decorating
industry are self-employed? With the right skills and experience, you could join
them and become your own boss.

Qualifications
Level 2 Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations
Level 3 Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations
Technical Certificate
Functional Skills in English and maths, if required
Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

Typical units covered
Carrying out safe working practices
Preparing surfaces
Applying paint materials by brush and roller
Producing specialist decorative finishes

Key facts

CSCS

CARDS

We’ll provide su
pport
to gain a free CS
CS
card to ensure yo
u
are up-to-date

Entry requirements and who is it for?
You must complete an initial assessment identifying prior learning and experience
in order to ensure this apprenticeship is the correct pathway. You will also need to
show enthusiasm, commitment and interest in the subject area. To be a painter
and decorator, you should have good practical, creative skills and be able t