City & Guilds Foundation in Painting and Decorating Level 2
Key Information
Subject Area
Construction
Level
2
Full Time
Location
Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone
Start Date
02 September 2025
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
To enter the course, you’ll need a minimum of 4 GCSEs, Grade D or above, to include Maths/Maths Numeracy and English/Welsh First Language or an appropriate Entry Level qualification.
In a nutshell
The Painting & Decorating element of the course covers surface preparation and applying paint systems by brush & roller. Although the course is mainly aimed at Painting & Decorating you will also cove a Unit in Wood Occupations.
This course is for you if...
You are creative and willing to learn a trade that is skilled and rewarding. The Units you will study are:-
- Unit 101: Introduction to the built environment
- Unit 102: Introduction to the trades in the construction and built environment sector
- Unit 103: Introduction to the built environment life cycle
- Unit 104 Employability in the construction and built environment sector
- Unit 105: Protecting health, safety and the environment when working in the construction and built environment sector
- Unit 106: Introduction to emerging technologies in construction and the built environment sector
- Unit 108: Wood occupations
- Unit 110: Decorative finishing and industrial painting occupations
What will I be doing?
This course is ideal for anyone looking for an introduction to the painting & decorating industry who wishes to undertake a course which will act as a pathway to further studies in this area. It will give you the opportunity to pick up some core skills and knowledge, along with the opportunity to progress onto our Progression Level painting & decorating qualification.
The course is delivered by both practical sessions with excellent workshop facilities and theory lessons to underpin the knowledge learnt in the practical sessions and will include a module in a second trade.
You'll be assessed through practical projects, written and online tests. Once complete, you’ll achieve:
· Diploma in Foundation Level Painting & Decorating
· Appropriate supporting qualifications to broaden your skill set and meet the needs of industry
What is expected of me?
You need to have a desire to work in the construction industry. Full commitment to attendance is required, as is respect for others, enthusiasm for the subject and self-motivation. You’ll be continually assessed and there is an expectation that you’ll continue your studies and coursework during your own time.
What comes next?
Progression Level or employment.
Additional information
You’ll need to undertake a construction industry assessment to help determine the most appropriate course.
EFDI0375AA
Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone
(Full Time)
Start Date: 02 September 2025
All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.
Have any questions or are not sure if this is the right course for you?
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