NVQ Level 2 Painting & Decorating

Designed for experienced decorators, this qualification validates skills in preparing surfaces and applying paints, finishes, and wallpapers to professional standards. It emphasizes precision, safety, and quality across decorative tasks. It is suitable for those seeking formal recognition of their advanced painting and decorating expertise within residential, commercial, or industrial construction settings.

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The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Decorative Finishing is a work-based qualification for skilled painters and decorators. It covers erecting and dismantling access platforms, surface preparation, and the application of paint systems using brushes and rollers.
Free for eligible learners who do not already hold a Level 2 qualification, this course offers a nationally recognised qualification with fast, flexible assessment designed for painters and decorators already working in the industry.
6-8 weeks
Candidates will be assessed using a combination of the following methods:
Work-Based Evidence Submission – Providing relevant workplace documents to support competency.
Direct Observations – An assessor will observe the candidate performing tasks in the workplace.
Professional Discussions (if needed) – A structured conversation with an assessor to confirm knowledge and competency.
Witness Testimonies – Statements from supervisors or managers verifying the candidate’s skills.
Knowledge-Based Tasks – Answering set questions via an online portal or written submissions.
To achieve this qualification, you must complete all six mandatory units.

Mandatory Units (All six units must be completed):

1. Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
2. Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
3. Moving, Handling, and Storing Resources in the Workplace
4. Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace
5. Preparing Surfaces for Painting and/or Decorating in the Workplace
6. Applying Surface Coatings by Brush and Roller in the Workplace
Once all units are completed, your assigned assessor will review your portfolio and provide feedback.
After addressing the feedback, your portfolio will be submitted to one of our Internal Quality Assurers (IQAs) for final review.
Upon approval, you will be awarded the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Decorative Finishing.