Painting & Decorating

Got an eye for design? Love working with your hands and seeing instant results? A career in Painting and Decorating could be your ideal path. At Craven College, our Painting and Decorating courses give you the skills and confidence to turn dull walls into stunning spaces – whether you’re working on homes, businesses, or public buildings.

As a painter and decorator, you’ll bring spaces to life through colour, texture and design. From modern makeovers to heritage restorations, you’ll have the opportunity to express your creativity and transform interiors and exteriors with professional results.

Painting and decorating isn’t just about the finish it’s about mastering your craft. You’ll learn essential techniques like surface preparation, colour theory and mixing, brush, roller and spray methods, wallpapering and decorative finishes, using specialist paints and materials and health and safety in construction environments.

Whether it’s new builds, home renovations, or commercial projects, there’s a growing demand for skilled painters and decorators across the UK. This trade offers solid job security and the flexibility to work for construction firms or even start your own business as a self-employed decorator.

At Craven College, you’ll be trained to industry standards by expert tutors who’ve worked in everything from small businesses to major construction and heritage restoration projects. Their real-world experience gives you insights into what it takes to succeed – and how to stand out.

We offer both full-time study and Painting and Decorating Apprenticeships, so you can choose the route that works best for you. Either way, you’ll build the technical skills, creativity, and qualifications you need for a career in this hands-on and rewarding trade.