Level 1 Painting and Decorating

This programme is for students who want to study Painting and decorating. It is a qualification that introduces you to the basics of Painting and Decorating. You will gain the skills required for direct employment in the construction sector.

You will study and practice different techniques of the trade. Included is a mandatory online health and safety exam which is provided by the governing body. Completion of this exam provides you with the compulsory prior learning to apply to take a CSCS construction test and gain a CSCS card, which is mandatory on all construction sites. Lessons include a mix of classroom theory and practical tasks. Mandatory topics include Health and safety, and four practical tasks associated with the trade. These include both painting and wallpapering activities. We also include patch plastering to allow for repair and refurbishment projects.

The course helps you develop problem-solving, communication, and self-management skills. We also factor in employability skills, such as interview techniques and CV writing, to help you with securing full-time employment.

You need GCSEs in both Maths and English at grade 2 or above.

You can progress to level 2 after successfully completing level 1, and it also provides the foundation to apply for a construction apprenticeship.