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As of 1 August 2022, the English and maths requirements for on-programme and new apprentices undertaking level 2 apprenticeships have changed and are detailed as part of the apprenticeship funding rules. These requirements supersede the current wording in this apprenticeship standard and EPA plan.
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Working in domestic and commercial properties and undertaking the decoration and protection of buildings.
Painters and Decorators operate in domestic and commercial properties and undertake the decoration and protection of buildings. Properties include houses, schools, offices, hospitals factories and construction sites. Working internally or externally they work individually and/or as part of a team applying water-borne and/or solvent-borne paint coatings and wallcoverings. They have good knowledge of paint coatings and wallcoverings and understand and comply with statutory, safety and environmental requirements. They are responsible for their own work achieving a high quality finish at the appropriate pace. They are good problem solvers and communicators and are able to interact effectively with colleagues, clients and associated trades.
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Painters and Decorators will be expected to demonstrate:
Duration: Typically 36 months. This timescale may reduce if an apprentice is part-qualified on entry.
English and Maths: Apprentices without Level 1 English and Maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for Level 2 English and Maths prior to taking the end point assessment.
Review Date: The standard will be reviewed in 3 years
Level 2
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