Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating

Course Code: P106180

Key Information

Course type:
Vocational
Campus:
North Harbour Campus
Start Date:
10 Sept 2025
Duration:
1 year
Attendance:
Full-time

Fees:

Free

Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating

For those students who have already completed the Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating or have been working in the industry previously and can demonstrate their skills and knowledge.

Units include:

preparation of surfaces
painting complex areas
hanging papers to walls and ceilings
decorative effects (marbling/graining)
planning your work
access equipment (tower, ladder, trestles, steps and low-level platforms).

You will complete a minimum of 30 hours of on-the-job experience within the industry. You will have the opportunity to work on many live projects including community and charitable projects and benefit from site visits, industry talks and demonstrations from experts. You will also have an opportunity to take part in competitions, including WorldSkills and Johnstone's Paint Decorator of the Year.

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A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including maths and English, plus a Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating. Those with prior industry experience will also be considered.

Attendance is usually two/three days a week from 9am-4.30pm. A high level of attendance is essential for successful achievement.

You will be continually assessed, completing a variety of practical assignments and in class assessments. You will also complete two online exams. You will log your learning journey in a diploma portfolio folder.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

You could progress on to an apprenticeship or go straight into employment.