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Whether you’re just leaving school or looking for a change in career, it isn’t easy to find a job these days. That’s why at Preston College, more and more of our studentsare choosing an Apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating

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Introduction

 

If you want a career in the Painting and Decorating trade then this Apprenticeship is for you. The Decorative Occupations Apprenticeship offers a combination of qualifications, that will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to work as a painter and decorator.

 

A Painter and Decorator is a skilled craftsperson in the application of painted and decorative finishes to internal and external structures. You will be working in an environment where your duties will encompass many aspects of painting and decorating.

 

To undertake an Apprenticeship in Decorative Occupations, you must be committed, have a keen interest in the trade and have the determination and motivation to succeed.

 

Programme Levels:

 

Apprenticeship - Diploma in Decorative Occupations Level 2

 

Advanced Apprenticeship – Diploma in Decorative Occupations Level 3

 

You will also undertake Key Skills and a Technical Certificate alongside the Diploma whilst attending college on a day release basis.

 

Programme Length

 

Apprenticeship in Decorative Occupations – 24 months

 

Advanced Apprenticeship in Decorative Occupations – 12 months

 

Course Content

 

Selection of units from the Decorative Occupations Apprenticeship:

 

  • Conform to general workplace safety
  • Conform to efficient work practices
  • Move and handle resources
  • Erect and dismantle access/working platforms
  • Preparation of surfaces
  • Application of paint by brush or roller

 

Assessment

 

You will be assessed in one or more of the following ways:

 

  • Course Work
  • Exams
  • Oral Questioning
  • Portfolio of Evidence
  • Practical Demonstration/Assignment
  • Practical Examination
  • Written Examination

 

Careers Progression

 

The Level Two Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to progress on to the Level Three Advanced Apprenticeship in Decorative Occupations. Once you have completed the Apprenticeship, as a qualified painter and decorator you will be equipped with the necessary skills and qualifications required for working within the industry and could lead to career progression.

 

For further information please contact the Apprenticeship Recruitment Team on 01772 225266 or email us here.

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