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Level 1 Diploma Painting & Decorating

at New College Durham, Durham · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Course may be subject to change. This course provides learners with a basic introduction to the decorating trade.As a painter and decorator, no two jobs are exactly the same. You will need to work with lots of different tools and materials and will need to know your products well.You will study handling and storing materials, using working platforms, protecting working areas, preparing surfaces for decorating, and applying decorating materials. You will be continually assessed in practical skills and theory.

What you need to get on

Please refer to College website.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • New College Durham

    Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5ES

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Durham

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