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Level 2 Diploma Painting & Decorating

at City of Portsmouth College, Portsmouth · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The programme includes research into various aspects of the painting and decorating industry, building studies and health and safety. Also covered will be painting with various paint types, hanging wall and ceiling papers, preparation work and finishes, decorative effects and textured coatings.

What you need to get on

You will need to have achieved the Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating in order to join the Level 2 programme.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • COPC Northarbour Centre

    Harbourgate Southampton Road, Portsmouth, PO6 4BQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Portsmouth

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