30-DAY DIPLOMA IN DOG GROOMING.

iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management.

Interested in becoming a professional dog groomer?

This course will equip you with the skills and theory you need for this exciting next career move. As well as teaching practical skills, the course takes an in-depth look at health and safety, legislation, customer care, maintaining equipment, health checking dogs, business planning, first aid and much more. Whether you want to start your own business or work within a commercial salon, you'll be ready to hit the ground running.

We also run a 5-day course ideal for beginners and pet owners, and a 15-day course that's perfect for anyone wanting to build a solid foundation of dog grooming knowledge that they can build on in the future.

Get a nationally-recognised qualification

No prior learning required

Groom 30-40 dogs

8 theory units including canine first aid course

Learn to groom at least 10 breeds

Assessed by coursework, no formal exam

No need to complete a level 2 course first

Small class size, no more than 4 other students

30 days of practical and theory learning

£5,250

FULL COURSE DETAILS.

The qualification is designed for Candidates who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish a range of dog breeds, understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon, practice business management and gain skills in canine emergency first aid. The qualification consists of both practical and theory work. 

iPET Network are proud to have developed this NEW qualification in the Animal Care and Veterinary Science sector. Candidates will groom at least 20 dogs to include a minimum of 10 different breeds, covering 6 different coat types but often many more.  There are no pre-requisites to starting the qualification, meaning candidates can join at level 3 without having completed a lower level (level 2) course first which can be a huge cost saving to candidates.

Candidates will be trained in practical skills such as prepping, bathing, scissoring, clipping, styling and nail trimming on a variety of dog breeds.

Units included within this qualification are:

  • 301: Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment 

  • 302: Promote the Welfare of Dogs conforming with Relevant Legislation

  • 303: Customer Care and Managing Complaints

  • 304: Assess and Plan Dog Grooming Styles and Maintenance of Equipment

  • 305: Health Checking, Handling and Canine Behaviour

  • 306: Prepare, Style and Finish a range of Dog Breeds

  • 307: Canine Emergency First Aid

  • 308: Planning the Operation of a Small Canine Business

Uniquely, candidates are continually assessed via practical demonstration and coursework. There is no requirement to sit a formal exam in order to achieve the qualification. This holistic approach has been welcomed by candidates to our Training Provider from across the UK, Ireland and Internationally. iPET Network designed the qualification to have an excellent balance of theoretical and practical learning. Feedback suggests that this qualification takes the pressure out of adult learning and this approach appeals to a wide range of Candidates. Our Training Providers strive to improve industry standards by ensuring Candidates walk out fully qualified, confident and competent in dog grooming.

The iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management will demonstrate to an employer or the general public that candidates have the necessary technical skills and knowledge to successfully groom a range of dog breeds. This is a formal, regulated, nationally recognised qualification that will remain relevant throughout the Candidates career and can only be achieved by reaching the required skill level. It has been designed specifically for those looking to become professional dog groomers or those who already groom dogs (as a hobby or career) but do not currently hold a nationally recognised qualification. This approach and elements are unique to our course syllabus making the qualification a more rounded and robust qualification.

A fast-track option is also available for experienced groomers seeking a formal qualification to confirm their skill level or those who have undertaken other qualifications but see the benefit in gaining the iPET Network qualification.