Painting/Painter and Wall Coverer

Painting/Painter and Wall Coverer programs prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to finish exterior and interior structural surfaces by applying protective or decorative coating materials, such as paint, lacquer, and wallpaper. Includes instruction in surface preparation; selecting, preparing, and applying paints and other coatings; hanging wallpaper; equipment operation and maintenance; finish selection; safety and clean-up; environmental effects on finishes; adhesion properties; and applicable codes and standards..

Of the 32 Painting/Painter and Wall Coverer degrees granted each year at the Associates degree level, 84% percent of whom are men and the other 16% percent are women. Did you know that Indiana has more students graduating with a degree in Painting/Painter and Wall Coverer than any other state? In fact, Indiana awarded 18 degrees last year! The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Painting/Painter and Wall Coverer is $55,200.