Painting is one of the oldest artistic disciplines and is an excellent course of study for those who aspire to be artists. Students who pursue one of these programs may learn who to improve their technique for creating portraits, still lifes, landscapes, or modern works of art.

Students who hold some secondary education credentials and wish to enter a specific profession might find themselves best served by a graduate diploma program. These courses often take a focused look at a subject over the period of one or two years.