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What qualification will I achieve?

You will be awarded a Painting & Decorating NVQ at Level 3.

How long is the course?

This course typically takes 34 weeks to complete; this is dependent on the candidate's previous experience within the sector. Attendance is by block/evening release and workplace assessments; an assessor will visit candidates in their workplace to train, assess and review them on a regular basis. This training is delivered on site (at the employer's premises/construction site).

What are the entry requirements?

This NVQ is a work-oriented qualification and is suitable for those who are employed in a related role; a minimum of three years' relevant experience is required. Also NVQ Level 2 is required.

How will I learn?

Most teaching and learning is workshop-based. Students will be assessed by short practical and related knowledge tests for each unit of the course and will be required to submit evidence from the workplace for assessment. When a given number of units have been successfully completed an NVQ is awarded.

What subjects will I study?

This course is designed to be part of a package of training for people employed as painters and decorators.
(units from level 2 are used towards Level 3and are not shown here).

The following can be covered:

Mandatory

• Confirm to General Workplace Safety
• Confirm work activity and resources for the work
• Develop and Maintain good working
• relationships
• Confirm the Occupational method of work
• Applying wall coverings to complex areas
• Optional Units
• Hang Wide width Vinyls
• Install coving, Centre pieces and Texture
• products
• Produce broken colour work
• Produce and apply stencil designs
• produce basic brush graining and marble
• effects
• Applying specialist wall coverings
• Produce Comb Textured Finishes
• Apply Metal Leaf to Surfaces

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed on your ability to competently perform a range of tasks connected with your work. This will include your knowledge and understanding of the unit and evidence that you provide to identify your performance.
The assessor assigned to you will agree what you need to provide as suitable evidence in relation to your own work situation and job role.

What opportunities will this lead to?

Successful students can progress towards technician and supervisory jobs in the building industry, or progress on to the Foundation Degree in Construction

Are there any additional costs?

None