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About the course
This apprenticeship qualification prepares you for work as a painter and decorator in residential and commercial settings. You’ll develop practical skills in surface preparation and applying paint, wallpaper and other coatings, along with safe use of tools, equipment and materials. Training also covers colour matching and working safely on site, including using restricted-height scaffolding, to support job-ready trade outcomes in the building and construction industry. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue work as a painter and decorator across domestic and commercial projects. Typical work includes preparing and coating interior and exterior surfaces using paint, wallpaper and protective finishes, while following safe construction-site practices. Completion supports progression through an apprenticeship toward recognition as a qualified tradesperson, with opportunities to work for building and maintenance contractors or as part of painting and decorating teams in the construction sector.
Living Costs in Sunshine Coast**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,148 - 1,518 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 977 - 1,292 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 271 - 359 |
Average Salary***
