Painting & Decorating

Whether you want to learn some basic DIY or develop professional skills we offer both introductory and specialist courses in painting and decorating and wallpapering.

Our courses

Our painting and decorating students learn in a custom-built workshop which has specially designed areas for them to practise their painting and wallpapering skills. Students gain practical experience of preparing surfaces for the application of coatings, applying paint systems and within the more advanced course decorative effects and professional finishes.

Careers Advice & Guidance

As an adult learner you’ll have access to the careers and university resources and you can also access course and careers advice and guidance through our Student Information Centre. You tutor will also discuss careers options and applications with you.

Meet our students

Marie Ellis, Painting & Decorating Level 2
Marie Ellis, Painting & Decorating Level 2

I chose Southport College as it is the closest and most convenient college for me. I’ve enjoyed learning new skills to help me to progress in my career and studying here has given me the confidence to believe in myself to progress in the industry. In the future I’d like to start up my own business. The staff at the College are really friendly and helpful and the facilities are good too.