What is the best qualification for Dog Grooming?

There is no specific qualification in Dog Grooming that is favoured over others, however the correct qualifications and training are required if you wish to pursue this career. Training professionally means your clients know they can trust you with their furry family members.

What is a level 3 Dog Grooming qualification?

On this course, you will explore the day-to-day life of a professional Dog Groomer. You will gain essential knowledge in dog care, such as performing health checks and spotting signs of discomfort. There is no one-size-fits-all strategy when it comes to caring for dogs; you will discover how different techniques apply to different breeds.

Is Level 3 Introduction to Dog Grooming Diploma a recognised qualification?

Yes! Employers highly rate this qualification. It shows that you have studied dogs thoroughly, proving any dogs in your care are in safe hands.

How much is a level 3 Dog Grooming course?

Tuition fees for Level 3 Dog Grooming courses will vary, at Oxbridge, we offer flexible payment plans to help you find an option best suited to your current situation.

How long will it take to do a level 3 Dog Grooming course?

With Oxbridge, you can complete the Level 3 Introduction to Dog Grooming Diploma within one year.

Level 3 Introduction to Dog Grooming Diploma

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Level 3 Introduction to Dog Grooming Diploma

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Course Introduction

If you’re a fan of our waggy-tailed, four-legged friends, why not make a career out of it? Becoming a dog groomer is an interesting and varied career, and with 8.9 million pet dogs in the UK, there’s always room for more people looking to help dogs feel, look (and smell!) their best.

In this flexible dog grooming course, you will:

Explore the day-to-day duties of a groomer
Gain essential knowledge such as how to perform health checks, care for different coat types, and everything you’ll need to know to launch your own dog grooming business
Learn techniques that will work for different dogs, how to handle the animals safely, as well as the equipment you’ll use to restrain, prepare and groom them
Delve into dog anatomy and physiology and learn step-by-step procedures for inspecting a dog, removing unwanted hair, as well as bathing, drying, and of course – the perfect fluffy finish!

You’ll be trusted with beloved family pets so you’ll need to be competent in your skills, and this course will do exactly that. You’ll become an expert dog groomer in your own time and space, through fun, interactive, and engaging course content that will make it a pleasure to study.

Enrol on one of our online courses and gain access to extensive learning materials, whilst being supported by our expert tutors.

Course Info

Course code: X315W

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Difficulty
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Awarding Body: NCFE Customised Qualifications

With a heritage stretching back over 150 years, NCFE is one of the largest awarding bodies in the UK. Last year, NCFE awarded certification to over 340,000 students.

NCFE Customised Qualifications are bespoke, unregulated qualifications developed to meet the specific needs of learners. These courses fit in where there are no other regulated qualifications available. This means you can achieve recognition from a well-respected awarding body, even if there isn’t a pre-existing qualification in a certain subject area.

What you will learn

Below is an outline of the course material you will study:

Unit 1: What's it like to be a Dog Groomer?

Introduction
Personal experiences of working in the dog grooming industry
Personal challenges of working in the dog grooming industry

Unit 2: Essential Equipment

Introduction
Tools and equipment
Blades
Types of blade
Blade care

Unit 3: The Health Check

Introduction
Preliminary health check
- Eyes
- Ears
- Mouth
- Nose
- Skin/Coat
- Underside
- Paws

Unit 4: Dog Coat Types

Introduction
Single vs Double
Grooming tips for double-coated breeds
Coat textures
Coat length

Unit 5: Grooming: Basic Steps

Introduction
Basic steps to grooming dogs

Unit 6: Grooming a Bichon Frise

Introduction
Pre-bath grooming
Bath and blow dry
Finishing touches

Unit 7: Grooming a Springer Spaniel

Introduction
Pre-bath grooming
Bath and blow dry
Finishing touches

Unit 8: Grooming a Terrier Cross Breed

Introduction
Pre-bath grooming
Bath and blow dry
Finishing touches

Unit 9: Grooming a Shih Tzu

Introduction
Pre-bath grooming
Bath and blow dry
Finishing touches

Unit 10: Dealing with Difficult Dogs

Examinations and Assessments

The dog grooming course covers 17 units of study, with three assignments and a final multiple-choice test. Your assignments will have practical elements to them, which will require you to record your work on an actual dog.

This course requires you to have access to three dogs of different breeds that you can use to demonstrate your grooming abilities in a video. The dogs don’t need to be groomed on the same day; they can be done at different times prior to the completion of your course.

If you cannot access three dogs on your own, you can book a session through Oxbridge with our nominated groomer to complete the practical element of this course at our Birmingham facility. Please note that there will be a £100 fee for this. Contact one of our advisers to arrange a session or for more information.

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Level 3 Introduction to Dog Grooming Diploma

Course Introduction

Course Info

Awarding Body: NCFE Customised Qualifications

What you will learn