The certificate program is designed to provide knowledge and skills in the painting trade.
Course work includes six courses in painting.
Specifically, the courses train apprentices to paint from ladders and scaffolds, prepare and paint various types of surfaces, and handle all types of painting equipment. Upon completion of this program, apprentices are considered to be journeymen in the painting trade. The associate degree program is designed to also provide journeyman status to the apprentice. In addition to this status within the trade, the associate degree program helps to develop a general education background. Students take courses which enhance communication and liberal arts concepts in addition to trade skills.