Train the Painter – Bronze (Protective Coatings Applicator)

This industry-recognised training programme is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and practical competence required for the application of protective coatings across a range of industrial environments. Available in multiple languages, the course combines theory and practical assessment to ensure participants meet the high standards expected throughout the global onshore and offshore sectors.

Training is delivered by experienced instructors, and all candidates are assessed throughout the programme to ensure they can apply industry best practices safely, efficiently, and professionally.

Successful candidates will achieve a qualification valid for five years and will receive a CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card.

What You Will Gain

Upon completion of the Train the Painter Protective Coatings Applicator Module, delegates will be able to:

Demonstrate a professional approach to coatings application.
Apply industry-recognised best working practices.
Understand surface preparation techniques and protective coating systems.
Carry out coating application activities in accordance with industry standards.
Maintain quality and safety throughout coating operations.

Learning Outcomes

During the programme, delegates will develop knowledge and practical skills in:

Health and Safety requirements.
Access equipment, plant, and tooling.
Surface preparation methods.
Types and characteristics of protective coatings.
Coating application techniques.
Inspection and quality control procedures.

Course Delivery

The classroom-based programme is delivered over five days (four days online learning) and one days practical delivery at Renewable Power Academy, North East Lincolnshire. To provide greater flexibility for employers and individuals, the training can be arranged in separate sessions to accommodate work schedules.

Course fees include:

Registration with the Train the Painter scheme.
Candidate certification.
Official wallet-sized identification card.

Once registered you will be contacted by Renewable Power Academy who will guide you through the online learning portal and process, once completed the practical delivery will be delivered on-site. Thus provides flexibility for the delegate to complete in their own time without rigid times for theory delivery.

Study time

Flexible online 40 hours of theory training followed by one day of practical training.

We offer the theory delivery via online portal learning as this is much more accessible for the delegate to complete the theory knowledge in their own time without the need for travel and accommodation.

Certificate/Qualification

More than 1,600 hours experience -Train the painter Bronze Protective Coating Applicator ID card and e-Certificate valid for 5 years.
Less than 1,600 hours experience -Train the painter Trainee Protective Coating Applicator ID card and e-Certificate valid for 5 years.

Train the painter is a CSCS partner card scheme member. All TTP ID cards are official CSCS skills cards featuring the CSCS hologram. ID cards can be verified on the CSCS Smart card checker App.

Who Should Attend?

Train the Painter is an internationally recognised coating applicator training and certification scheme developed by industry professionals. TTP Bronze, Silver, and Gold certifications are increasingly specified by major contractors across the industrial coatings and corrosion protection sectors.

This course is ideal for individuals looking to enter the industry or experienced operatives seeking to gain a recognised qualification. Successful completion demonstrates commitment to professional standards, safe working practices, and technical excellence in protective coatings application.

Career prospects

There are various career opportunities available under the Train the painter programme, Network Rail to be one organisation that approves this high standard of learning. The industry specifies that operatives working on road, rail, nuclear, marine and oil and gas programmes all attain professional training and certificates

Standards

SSPC/NACE Standard ACS- 1/NACE No.13 NORSOK M-501 ISO17024

Entry Requirements

To enrol on the Train the Painter – Protective Coatings Applicator Module, delegates must:

Be at least 18 years of age.