Interior Design — Artisan (Painting and Decoration)

The Painting and Decoration artisan course gives learners a certified, practical trade in finishing and beautifying buildings. It is ideal for KCPE and KCSE leavers and for anyone seeking a hands-on skill with immediate earning potential.

Course Content

• Surface preparation — cleaning, filling, sanding and priming walls and woodwork.
• Paint application — brush, roller and spray techniques for even, professional finishes.
• Decorative effects — colour schemes, texture finishes and basic stencilling.
• Wallpaper fixing and basic decorative panelling.
• Colour mixing, estimation of materials and pricing of jobs.
• Safety, scaffolding awareness and care for tools.

Career and Progression

Graduates take painting contracts for homes, offices and institutions, join construction finishing teams, or progress to the Certificate in Interior Design — CDACC Level 5. Learners practise on live projects at the institute and in the community.

Application fees are KES 500. See the course catalogue and apply online, or visit any branch.