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Coating Application Specialist (CAS) Level 1 Certification Exam

Association for Materials Protection and Performance

Certification

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The Coating Application Specialist Level 1 certification is intended for trainee applicators who already have practical experience and want formal recognition of their skills. The certification consists of a one-hour exam.

Format

In-Person

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The Coating Application Specialist Level 1 certification is intended for trainee applicators who already have practical experience and want formal recognition of their skills. The certification consists of a one-hour exam. Passing the exam (70% or greater) earns you the Coating Application Specialist Level 1 credential, demonstrating your ability to perform essential surface-preparation and coating-application tasks under supervision. Prerequisite None

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 47-2141.00

Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingTime ManagementManagement of Personnel ResourcesCoordinationMonitoringJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingActive LearningReading ComprehensionSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessQuality Control Analysis

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceBuilding and ConstructionAdministration and ManagementMathematicsProduction and ProcessingEngineering and TechnologyEnglish LanguageMechanical

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningNear VisionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningArm-Hand SteadinessManual DexterityInformation OrderingWritten ExpressionTrunk StrengthMultilimb CoordinationExtent FlexibilityVisualizationSpeech ClaritySpeech RecognitionFinger DexterityControl PrecisionSelective Attention

Tasks

  • Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
  • Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requiremen
  • Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, bridges, or other st
  • Clean tools and equipment, such as brushes and rollers.
  • Hang wallpaper.
  • Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes or other regulations
  • Develop or implement quality control programs.
  • Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
  • Direct how drone technology is used for site inspections and progress monitoring, ensuring accurate and timely project completion.
  • Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure product
  • Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing
  • Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
  • Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
  • Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conf
  • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.

Technology

Graphics or photo imaging softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareData base user interface and query softwareDocument management softwareProject management softwareWord processing softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareHuman resources softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareElectronic mail softwareSpreadsheet software

Tools

Aerial liftsAir compressorsAirless spray equipmentBlow torchesBosun chairsBucket trucksCaulking gunsChippersChipping hammersCircle cuttersCombing toolsConventional spray equipmentDesktop computersDisk sandersDrywall axesDroneDeployFixed wing unmanned aerial vehicles UAVGas detection sensorsLaptop computersLarge-format scannersLaser imaging detection and ranging LIDAR systemsLasersLevelsMulti-rotor unmanned aerial vehicles UAVPersonal computersPocket personal computers PCRGB camerasThermal imaging camerasTransit levels10-key calculators

Work Values

SupportIndependenceWorking ConditionsRelationshipsAchievementRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Painters, Construction and Maintenance47-2141.00
  • Construction Managers11-9021.00
  • General and Operations Managers11-1021.00
  • Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers51-4121.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Masking tape, paper, and plastic sheeting — apply precisely around windows, cabinetry, and hardware with minimal supervision to protect surfaces on commercial repaints.
  • Work orders and homeowner specifications — interpret independently to plan daily task sequences, material quantities, and scheduling on multi-room residential projects.
  • Spray guns, rollers, and brushes — select and use the appropriate tool to apply paints, stains, and varnishes efficiently on varied interior and exterior surfaces.
  • Caulk, putty, and plaster — mix and apply to fill joints, gaps, and damaged areas on wood, masonry, and drywall surfaces to achieve smooth, paint-ready results.
  • Sanding machines and steel wool — operate to smooth textured or uneven surfaces on existing structures before primer application, adjusting grit for material type.
  • Ladders and scaffolding components — erect and inspect for stability when working at elevation on exterior walls or multi-story commercial buildings without direct oversight.
  • Oil-based prep solutions and turpentine — treat metal and wood surfaces to remove grease and old finish, then sand to ensure proper adhesion of new coatings.
  • Sealers and stain-blocking primers — apply to water-stained ceilings, bare metal, and knotty wood to prevent bleed-through and promote durable finish coat adhesion.
  • Visual color discrimination and mixing techniques — match and blend custom tints to existing wall colors using color chips and test patches on repaint projects.
  • Time management practices — prioritize and sequence tasks across multiple rooms or building sections to complete projects on schedule and within estimated labor hours.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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