Painting and Decorating Level 1 Diploma

During this Level 1 course, you will learn how to prepare surfaces for decoration, apply paint by both brush and roller, produce specialist decorative finishes and hang foundation and plain wallpaper.

Site

Eastbourne

Level

Level 1

Course Type

16 +

Courses

Options Course Code Starts Ends
apply 60103 08/09/25 03/07/26

What will I study?

On this course you will gain the knowledge and skills to eventually become qualified within the painting and decorating trade. You will learn about safe working practices, building methods , techniques and building technology . You will learn how to prepare surfaces for decoration , apply paint by both brush and roller, produce specialist decorative finishes and hang foundation and plain wallpaper. You will learn how to erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms . You will carry out all these tasks in our specialist painting and decorating workshop under expert tuition of our skilled lecturers .

What previous qualifications or experience do I need?

You will need to demonstrate an ability to achieve Level 1 English and maths by the end of the course through an initial assessment.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed throughout this course by a series of practical tasks in the workshop and end of unit tests.

What qualification will I achieve?

Level 1 Diploma in Painting & Decorating from City and Guilds.

What can I do after completing this course?

Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating from City and Guilds.

Are there any extra costs?

Course contribution fees are currently £150. Full details will be confirmed at interview. You will also need to provide steel toe capped boots and white bib and brace overalls.

Apply by 30th June to secure your place for September 2025!