Commercial Painter Decorator

This certificate of apprenticeship program from FTI allows students an accelerated option to complete commercial painting classes in as little as 2 years.

Commercial Painter Decorator

Painters apply decorative and protective finishes in residential, commercial, institutional and industrial settings. They prepare a variety of surfaces (wood, masonry, drywall, plaster, concrete, synthetics, stucco and metal) prior to the application of materials such as paint, high performance coatings, waterproofing, fireproofing, varnish, shellac, wall coverings and special decorative finishes.Painters must have an eye for detail, the ability to plan work, and knowledge of many types of finishes, their properties and their applications. They must be able to calculate areas and relate such calculations to required material. Good communication and customer service skills are required by Painters who often interact with home/business owners, contractors, interior designers and architects.

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Certificate Programs

Recognized and registered with the Department of Labor, students completing these programs will receive a Certificate of Apprenticeship in one of the following areas – Glazier, Glassworker, Coating Application Specialist, Drywall Finisher, or Commercial Painter.

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Commercial Painter Decorator

This certificate of apprenticeship program from FTI allows students an accelerated option to complete commercial painting classes in as little as 2 years.