ICATS Decorating Course
Course Overview
Following the success of the ICATS Industrial Coating Applicator Course, Correx has developed the ICATS Decorating Course, a new stand-alone training course designed specifically for professional painters and decorators working across schools, council buildings, municipal facilities and other public and commercial buildings. While the original ICATS course transformed the specialist industrial coating sector and helped companies avoid millions of pounds in costly re-work, the new ICATS Decorating Course brings the same emphasis on professional standards, correct preparation and quality application to the much wider decorating industry. Correx believes this course has the potential to revolutionise general painting and decorating in the same way ICATS transformed industrial coating, helping contractors achieve a right-first-time approach while significantly reducing defects, remedial work and unnecessary costs.
It includes a full day of technical hands-on training, where you can apply the key skills gained during the four days of theoretical training and put this professional knowledge into practice in a real-world environment.
Content
- Health & Safety
- Coating Types
- QA Control
- COSHH
- Access Plant & Equipment
- Surface Preparation
- Coating Application
- One day pracitical Training
Study Time
4 days of attending theory (Classroom or Online) and 1 day of Practical training.
Qualification / Certification
Upon completion of this ICATS Decorating Course you will receive a CORREX / ICATS Decorating Credentials. Upon completion of this ICATS Decorating Course you will receive a CORREX / ICATS Decorating Credentials.
Cost of Course
Contact the Correx Office for further information and course availability.
Correx Ltd
Corrosion House
5 St Peters Gardens, Marefair
Northampton NN1 1SX
Tel: + 44 (0)1604 438222
Email: correx@icorr.org
Find a training centre near me
For course availability, pricing, and booking information, please contact your local ICATS Training Centre.
FAQs
Why choose ICATS for Supervisor Course training?
ICATS is built on standards, not shortcuts—designed to produce highly competent coating professionals trusted across critical industries.
What makes ICATS different from other coating training schemes?
ICATS is widely recognised across major infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors as a benchmark for quality and professionalism in coating application.
How does ICATS ensure quality training?
All ICATS courses follow strict technical standards, with structured training, formal assessment, and independent oversight. This ensures consistency and real-world competence.
Is ICATS just a commercial training provider?
No. ICATS is part of a professional institute. Its primary focus is raising industry standards and ensuring long-term asset protection.
What level of knowledge will I gain?
ICATS goes beyond basic application skills. Candidates learn surface preparation, coating specifications, inspection awareness, and the importance of corrosion prevention.
Why do major clients and contractors prefer ICATS-certified applicators?
Because ICATS certification demonstrates verified competence, adherence to recognised standards, and a commitment to quality workmanship.
How does ICATS compare in terms of reputation?
ICATS is often regarded as one of the most respected coating training schemes in the UK, backed by decades of industry expertise and technical authority.
What does completing ICATS say about me as an applicator?
It shows that you’ve been trained and assessed to a high, industry-recognised standard—demonstrating professionalism, skill, and reliability.