Foundation Diploma In Painting & Decorating

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?

This course is for those wishing to embark into Painting and Decorating, Interior Design and Sign writing

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

Theory and Practical to cover the following:

• Health and Safety
• Scaffolding
• Preparation Services
• Application of Paints, Brush, Roller
• Paperhanging to Ceiling and walls
• Basic Decoration Effects
• Efficient working practices
• Protecting/masking services and storage of materials
• Relevant Key Skills in Literacy and Numeracy

HOW WILL I LEARN?

Practical and Theory based assessments both in the classroom and workshop and Multi-choice external examination paper.

Work Experience

Work placements and any work experience are highly desirable but subject to availability.  All candidates are expected, and encouraged, to do their best to gain purposeful work experience during their course.  We will do all we can to assist in finding suitable opportunities.

The timetable is designed to give all candidates the opportunity to complete at least 36 hours of work experience within the academic week.

WHAT CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO?

• Further study to Diploma Level 2
• Employment in the Painting & Decorating Industry
• Apprenticeship Programme

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

You will be expected to provide yourself with:

• Safety footwear incorporating steel toecaps (£30 approx.)
• Bib and brace / overalls as protective clothing ( two pairs ) (£25 approx.)
• Scientific calculator, Writing Materials, A4 Lever Arch Files, Paper (£15 approx.)
• Recommended Books (£24 approx.)
• Health and Safety Test New Registrations (£35 approx. Included in exam fee)

Please note there is a £95 material fee on this courses for a tool kit.

USEFUL WEBSITES

• www.ca.courses-careers.com/articles/construction_manager.htm