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Program Summary

Participants will gain foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in key areas of professional painting, including:

  • Surface preparation, sanding, priming, and caulking

  • Safe and effective use of hand and power tools

  • Brush and roller techniques for clean, professional finishes

  • Understanding paint types, finishes, and site clean-up protocols

  • Communication, teamwork, and site readiness

Each class builds both technical ability and soft skills, preparing participants for real-world job sites and long-term success in the field.

We’re Proud to Invest in the Next Generation of Painters

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Course Overview

Week 1

Orientation, Intro to Tools, and Site Safety

Week 2

Prep Work: Taping, Sanding, Caulking and Priming

Week 3

Painting Techniques: Brush, Roller, and Cut-ins

Week 4

Finishing Touches, Quality Control and Final Assessment

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June 2025 cohort is Full

Registration is closed

in partnership with acca and sponsored by Sherwin-Williams

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What our current participants are saying

  • “I cannot wait to get started. Thank you very much for the opportunity."

    - Kawooya K

  • "Thank you very much for the updates. See you on Wednesday's and Thursday's at 3pm!"

    - Desiree E