You can take a college course that will teach you some of the skills you'll need in this job. Useful courses include:
- Level 1 Diploma in Accident Repair Paint
- Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles
Some colleges offer paint spaying as part of an engineering course. Check with local colleges for details.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 or fewer GCSEs at grades 3 to 1 (D to G), or equivalent, for a level 1 course
- 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course