Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

NVQ

Level

Level Two

What's it all about?

This course will give you the confidence and technique to achieve a first class finishes to any project you undertake. You may find that as your confidence grows you want to move forward to further study, in which case this course will underpin your future learning.

Progression

Learners can progress on to an Advanced Apprenticeship.

Entry Requirements

You will need to be employed as an apprentice by a company within Devon and Cornwall
Four GCSEs at grade C - D (including maths and English)
You will need to have an initial assessment at the Work-based Learning Department.

Duration

Two years

Business Benefits

Apprenticeships allow you to invest in your business's future. By taking on an apprentice you can acquire specialist skills for your business that allow you to keep abreast of new technology.

Are there any exams?

Assessment is continuous, both on and off the job. There are also end of unit tests and an end exam.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

Apprenticeships are for learners employed as an apprentice by a company within Devon and Cornwall. Funding is guaranteed by the Government for the training, with priority being given to learners starting aged 16 to 25 years. We can assist in matching learners to employers.

The course content will include:

NVQ Level 2 in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting
occupations - you can choose from two occupational routes: painter and industrial painter
Functional Skills: application of number level 1 and communication level 1 • technical certificate: Painting and Decorating Diploma Level 2 • additional requirements: health and safety test, Employment Responsibilities and Rights (ERR) programme of study.

When can I study?

Two days per week in the first year, then one day a week

Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome. For further information please contact the Customer Services team on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.