Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants
Course Overview
This course is ideal for those who want to work in the dog grooming industry either working in a salon, setting up in business in a salon, or working as a mobile dog groomer. You will need to have a good understanding of dog behaviour and a passion for working with dogs.
You will be provided with theory and practical demonstrations. You will undertake a range of practical skills development working with a range of different dogs and coat types.
What You Will Study
The modules of study include:
- Prepare and groom dogs prior to bathing
- Bathe and clean dogs
- Clean and maintain equipment used for grooming or removing hair from animals
- Control and restrain animals
- Dry dogs and prepare their coats for styling
- Basic trimming of a dog’s coat
On the day time course – one day per week over 30 weeks. The day course is currently planned to run on a Tuesday 10:00am - 3:00pm.
On the evening course – one evening per week over 30 weeks. The evening course is currently planned to run on a Thursday 4:00pm - 9:00pm.
Please note that these are subject to change
You will produce a portfolio of evidence of your practical work, supported by some written assessments.
- A good knowledge and understanding of how to safely approach and handle dogs
- A passion for the dog grooming industry
£1,180
This can lead to study at Level 3.
I have been enjoying the hands-on learning; we do a full groom from start to finish of a dog each session.
Animal Care