Course overview
Learn about professional dog grooming techniques with our online dog grooming course in the UK
Are you considering a career in dog grooming? This comprehensive diploma program encompasses two certificates, focusing on both dog and pet grooming as well as the overall care of dogs. Discover the essential equipment needed for handling animals in our online dog grooming courses in the UK. You’ll learn a variety of grooming techniques and understand how to care for the skin and coat of canines. Gain insights into what it takes to start a dog grooming business, explore different breed groups, and study canine biology. Enrol in our dog grooming training and use a Diploma in Dog Grooming as a first step towards a new career.
Job outcomes
- Assistant Dog Groomer
- Bather
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
This course takes approximately 300 hours, and you’ll have up to 18 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can apply for a course extension if you need more time.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course.
Course features
- Learn crucial animal handling skills
- Discover specialised grooming approaches for show dogs
- Complete an advanced dog grooming course developed by grooming experts
- Grow your knowledge around nutrition, hygiene, and preventative health care
- Learn basic anatomy and discover tools, equipment & handling tips
- Get your foot in the door of the booming dog grooming industry
- Understand what is required to start your own canine care business
Assessment
19 modules / 19 assignments. Includes case studies, quizzes and written assessments.
Testimonials
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Delivery
Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.
Subjects
- Introduction to Dog Care
- Canine Biology
- Dog Health – Part One
- Dog Health – Part Two
- Exploring Dog Breeds
- Dog Breeding
- Dog Behaviour and Training
- Grooming Dogs
- Other Dog Services
- Scope and Nature of Grooming Animals
- Animal Biology
- Care of the Coat and Skin
- Dog Grooming Techniques
- Grooming Other Types of Animals
- Other Grooming Tasks
- Handling Animals During Grooming
- Show Grooming
- Grooming Safety
- The Business of Grooming
About The Career Academy
The Career Academy offers a range of employer recognised courses as well as specialist courses to improve job performance. Our focus is on mentoring, inspiring and supporting people through training so their career or business can reap the rewards. The Career Academy’s course delivery is flexible, so our students can study with minimal disruption to their daily life. We offer flexible payment plans so anyone wanting to learn has the opportunity no matter their circumstances.
- The Career Academy gives you the work-ready skills you need to step into your dream career
- Study in your own time, at your own pace, and fit your learning around your lifestyle
- All while receiving exceptional support from our team of expert tutors
- Our extensive range of accredited online courses will allow you to step into our courses with your dream job in mind, and step out with your dream job in sight
- 94% of our graduates say that studying with The Career Academy has given them valuable skills to use in the workforce!
- 83% of our graduates say that The Career Academy improved their prospects of getting a new job or promotion!
- 96% of our graduates say that The Career Academy provided them with up-to-date and industry-relevant skills