LEVEL 3 PAINTING & DECORATING NVQ
A Level 3 NVQ in Painting and Decorating is an advanced vocational qualification that focuses on developing expertise in high-level decorative techniques and project management within the painting and decorating trade. It covers skills such as applying specialist finishes, managing complex projects, interpreting technical specifications and ensuring work meets professional standards and client expectations. This qualification also emphasises leadership, problem-solving and adherence to health and safety regulations, demonstrating advanced competence for career progression in the industry.
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Who Is This For
The Level 3 NVQ in Painting and Decorating is aimed at experienced professionals in the painting and decorating trade who want to enhance their skills and take on more advanced or supervisory roles. It is ideal for individuals seeking to formalise their expertise in specialist finishes, complex decorative techniques and managing larger projects. This qualification is suited for those looking to demonstrate their advanced competence, progress into leadership positions and gain a nationally recognised certification in the industry.
Mandatory Units
Learners must complete the seven mandatory units
- Applying Surface Coatings by Brush and Roller in the Workplace
- Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace
- Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area in the Workplace
- Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
- Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace
- Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace
- Preparing Surfaces for Painting and/or Decorating in the Workplace
Optional Units
Learners must choose two optional units – one from each optional unit group
OPTIONAL UNIT GROUP A
- Hanging Non-Standard Width Wallcoverings in the Workplace
- Hanging Wallcoverings (standard and foundation papers) in the Workplace
OPTIONAL UNIT GROUP B
- Applying Coatings by the Air Spray Method in the Workplace
- Applying Coatings by the Airless Spray Method in the Workplace
- Applying Coatings to Produce Textured Finishes in the Workplace
- Applying Metal Leaf to Surfaces in the Workplace
- Hanging Wallcoverings (specialised paper) in the Workplace
- Hanging Wallcoverings to Complex Surfaces in the Workplace
- Installing Coving and Decorative Mouldings in the Workplace
- Producing and Applying Complex Stencils in the Workplace
- Producing Broken Colour Effects in the Workplace
- Producing Comb Textured Finishes in the Workplace
- Producing Marbling Effects in the Workplace
- Producing Quality Replica Marble Finishes in the Workplace
- Producing Quality Replica Wood Grained Finishes in the Workplace
- Producing Stencilled Designs Using Pre-cut Stencil Plates in the Workplace
- Producing Straight Wood Grained Effects in the Workplace
How You Will Learn
- Remote Enrolment
- Online Job Knowledge Questions
- Portfolio Sign-Off
- Certification
All Level 3 NVQs from the UK Skills Academy lead to a Gold CSCS card which is the certification that allows you to show your employer that you are qualified and have the knowledge and expertise to conduct yourself on-site in a safe and responsible manner. CSCS cards provide proof that individuals working on construction sites have the appropriate training and qualifications for the job they do on-site.
Eligibility
- 19+ Years Old
- Live or Work in England (Business address can be out of England as long as the work is in England – we will need evidence)
- 3 months working in the trade for Level 2 and 6 months for Level 3
- You must be working in the trade you are applying for now – you must be able to demonstrate via assessment.
Duration
Our NVQs are flexible to work around you and the trade you are currently working in. You will be registered for 8-10 weeks and your assessor will collect a range of evidence from your workplace, work with you on assessments and will require your knowledge workbook to be completed in the first 4 weeks.
CITB Registered?
You could be eligible to receive up to £600 back upon completion if you are registered with CITB.
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Get in touch
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