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Course overview
- The perfect first step for anyone wanting to learn more about dog grooming.
- Study from the comfort of your own home, at your own pace.
This Dog Grooming QLS Level 3 course is ideal for anyone wanting to develop an understanding of dog grooming.
During this course, you’ll develop your understanding of the anatomy of a dog and how to tend to canine health concerns such as parasites, injuries, and first aid. You will also learn more about how to effectively bathe and dry a dog, brushing and clipping techniques, and how to clean and identify problems with certain areas of a dog’s anatomy such as their claws, teeth, eyes, and ears.
Once you have completed this course, if you wish to pursue a career as a dog groomer, we recommend that you gain practical experience by shadowing an experienced, professional groomer in order to put your knowledge into practice and develop those all-important skills. After all, dog grooming will require you to work closely with someone’s pride and joy, so it is vital that you gain hands-on experience with the support of a professional groomer before you attempt to groom anyone’s dog.
Course fees:
Online – £389
Study Pack – £429
- Monthly instalment plan available
- No government funding available for this course
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. We suggest that the course will take approximately 80 hours to complete. This allows you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course
Course features
- Expert personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Free CV critique service
- Free employability guide to help you impress future employers
- Free XO Student Discounts card
- *Exclusive Open Study College study pack including pen, highlighter, and notebook.
*Not included with the online study option.
Assessment
This course is assessed by a series of written assignments which are submitted to your tutor for marking. No external examination or practical work is required on this course, so you can complete all assessed work from home.
Delivery
This course will be studied entirely via distance learning, meaning you will complete your learning either from home or a place that suits you. Full tutor support will be available via email, so if you have any questions or need some guidance, your tutor will be here to help. Your course materials will include a series of self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked questions to allow both you and your tutor to monitor your progress.
The study method you choose depends on your personal learning style. Your options are:
- Study pack: if you choose the study pack option, you will be sent a set of printed course materials.
- Study online: if you choose this option, you will be sent your login details to our online portal through which you will access your course materials digitally. You can access your course via a desktop/laptop computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Who's it for?
This course has been designed to provide you with an understanding of the theory behind dog grooming.
It is for people who would like to learn more about how to groom a dog, but not for those wishing to start a dog grooming business straight after completing the course.
If you wish to start a career as a dog groomer, you will need to gain hands-on experience with a professional groomer’s support before attempting to offer dog grooming services to the public.
Subjects
- What is dog grooming?
- The benefits of dog grooming
- Equipment
- Different roles
- Shows
- The head
- Neck and shoulders
- Forelegs
- Hind legs
- Paws
- Claws
- Rear-end
- Man’s best friend
- Origins of dog grooming
- What keeps a dog’s coat healthy?
- Genetics
- General health
- Diet
- Internal parasites
- External parasites
- Canine First Aid
- Managing injuries
- Training to groom
- Handling difficult dogs
- Brushing techniques
- Massage
- Breed-specific grooming techniques
- How to bathe a dog
- How to dry a dog
- Clipping and stripping
- Stripping techniques
- Clipping techniques
- Basic techniques
- Pet cut
- Advanced clipping styles
- Spaniel coats
- Poodle coats
- Face – cleaning and identifying problems
- Fur – cleaning and identifying problems
- Eyes – cleaning and identifying problems
- Ears – cleaning and identifying problems
- Teeth – cleaning and identifying problems
- Claws – cleaning and identifying problems
About Open Study College
Established in 2007, Open Study College is a distance learning course provider that has helped over 130,000 learners take the next step towards achieving their ambitions.
With over 700 courses, ranging from A Levels and GCSEs through to childcare and beauty therapy — there’s something for everyone. All of their qualifications are independently accredited by established awarding organisations, fully equipping you for the future.
Why choose Open Study College?
Whether you’re in full-time work or have family commitments, distance learning at Open Study College provides the flexibility to create a study schedule that fits around the busy demands of day-to-day life. Accomplish your goals — at your pace, on your terms.
You will also receive the best possible support from the uber-friendly learner services team, as well as guidance from expert tutors who are on hand to answer any queries you might have throughout the duration of your course.
What makes Open Study College different?
Born from a genuine passion to improve the lives of others through education, Open Study College is a family-run business with decades of experience in the education and distance learning industry.
Seeking a career change? Didn’t get the exam results you wanted? Looking to learn a new skill? Enrol on one of their courses today and forge the future you’ve always wanted — all from the comfort of your own home!
Additional benefits
As an Open Study College learner, your benefits will include an XO Student Discounts membership, exclusive savings on future courses and a complete range of career support — including a free CV critique service, a free employability guide, and job-hunting help from their recruitment experts.
