Dog Grooming Assistants

Course Information

Introduction

If you are looking to start a career within the dog grooming industry, then this qualifications is aimed at you! In this qualification you will gain the practical skills and knowledge that are important for working as a dog grooming assistant.

Overview

This course covers the skills you will need to progress to work as a Dog Grooming Assistant. The course is delivered over one day per week over 25 weeks at our Temple Newsam campus.

Who is this course for?

This course is for learners aged 19+

Course units/modules

Course content includes:

• Preparing and grooming dogs prior to bathing
• Bathing of dogs
• Drying dogs and preparing a dog for styling
• Carrying out trimming of a dogs coat to prepare for styling
• Moving and lifting dogs
• Maintaining the cleanliness and bio-security of the dog grooming environment
• Professional conduct
• An introduction to anatomical features, breed characteristics and behaviour of dogs.

Subject to awarding body approval.

Benefits and skills

This course will give you the practical skills to work as a dog grooming assistant. The course will be delivered in our new dog grooming salon at Temple Newsam.

Entry requirements

While there are no formal qualifications required, learners should have a good level of English, a reasonable level of physical fitness, and feel confident working with dogs of all sizes

Available apprenticeships and progression options

Achievement of this qualifications demonstrates that you have the necessary technical skills and knowledge to work as a dog grooming assistant. Once you have successfully completed this course you could progress onto employment or a level 3 qualification in dog grooming.

Assessment types

This qualification is assessed with a theory exam and a synoptic assignment.