Painter and Decorator Level 2 (21/22)
Course Overview
Painters and Decorators operate in domestic and commercial properties and undertake the decoration and protection of buildings. Properties include houses, schools, offices, hospitals factories and construction sites. Working internally or externally they work individually and/or as part of a team applying water-borne and/or solvent-borne paint coatings and wallcoverings. They have good knowledge of paint coatings and wallcoverings and understand and comply with statutory, safety and environmental requirements. They are responsible for their own work achieving a high quality finish at the appropriate pace. They are good problem solvers and communicators and are able to interact effectively with colleagues, clients and associated trades. Ideal for those looking to go into the construction industry, this Level 2 apprenticeship is a great opportunity to gain hands on industry experience and act as a stepping stone to moving onto to complete the Level 3 full-time course. This programme is ideal for school leavers right through to mature apprentices wanting to retrain.
What topics are covered?
Equipment, tools and materials Materials and atmospheric conditions Movement, protection and storage Safety and hazards Working at height Products and use Formal and informal communication Meeting customer needs Information technology Costing, pricing and budgeting Working in different sectors and settings Modern and traditional construction methods Product types and differences Drying, curing and recoating Design. colour and contrast Common problems Risk Assessments, H&S and COSHH New and pre- decorated surfaces Preparation methods Metals, wood, plastic and factory finishes Application Techniques Graining, marbling and gilding Wallcoverings
Frequently asked questions
Painters and Decorators operate in domestic and commercial properties and undertake the decoration and protection of buildings. Properties include houses, schools, offices, hospitals factories and construction sites. Working internally or externally they work individually and/or as part of a team applying water-borne and/or solvent-borne paint coatings and wallcoverings. They have good knowledge of paint coatings and wallcoverings and understand and comply with statutory, safety and environmental requirements. They are responsible for their own work achieving a high quality finish at the appropriate pace. They are good problem solvers and communicators and are able to interact effectively with colleagues, clients and associated trades. Ideal for those looking to go into the construction industry, this Level 2 apprenticeship is a great opportunity to gain hands on industry experience and act as a stepping stone to moving onto to complete the Level 3 full-time course. This programme is ideal for school leavers right through to mature apprentices wanting to retrain.
Apprentices without level 1 English and Maths (GCSE 3/D) will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and Maths (GCSE 4/C) prior to taking the end-point assessment. (Please note those apprentices wanting to progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme must achieve the Level 2 in Maths and English before being able to do so.)
Apprenticeship Standard Level 2
Classroom and work based teaching and assessment to monitor, knowledge, skills and behaviours to ensure industry competencies.
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