A house painter and decorator is a tradesman responsible for the painting and decorating of buildings, and is also known as a decorator or house painter. The purpose of painting is to improve the appearance of a building and to protect it from damage by water, corrosion, insects and mould.
Colleges and Universities Offering Certificate in Painting and decoration in Ghana are:
Tamale Technical University
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
SSSCE/WASSCE APPLICANTS: Five Passes in any Subject Area Including English Language and Core Mathematics
O’LEVEL/GBCE/ABCE AND A’LEVEL APPLICANTS: Five Passes in O’ LEVEL/A’ Level/GBCE/ABCE Including English Language and Mathematics
INTERMEDIATE/TECHNICIAN APPLICANTS: Four Passes Including English Language or Technician Part I
MATURE APPLICANTS:
Must be 25 Years and Above
Must Provide Documentary Evidence of Relevant Work Experience
Must Pass a Departmental Examination and Interview.
How long does it take to be a qualified painter?
Complete an apprenticeship over 1-4 years.
Once you complete the apprenticeship you will be issued with the Certificate III Painting and Decorating qualification.
2. If you have more than four years of experience as a painter you can get your skills assessed and receive credit for what you have learned.
What do I need to start a painting and decorating business?
Research your target market.
Establish your customer profiles.
Decide what services to offer.
Consider your work rate.
Price your services.
Buy an existing business.