This course focuses on the principles and practices of modern dog grooming techniques and is aimed at anyone who wants to start working in the industry, or gain the skills for personal use.
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This course focuses on the principles and practices of modern dog grooming techniques and is aimed at anyone who wants to start working in the industry, or gain the skills for personal use.
This level is ideal if you want to begin working in the dog grooming industry and want to learn the skills you need to work under supervision in a dog grooming salon, or simply gain the skills to carry out dog grooming at home.
To earn this qualification, you must complete two units:
This qualification is aimed to take Candidates on a journey from complete beginners to be able to confidently style several dog breeds. Depending on the needs of the individual Candidate, the qualification can:
Start Date
Various Start Dates in 2025
Wednesday evening:
5.30 pm to 8.30 pm
18 Weeks
This course is for adults aged 19+
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
Candidates need to have a level of understanding to be able to work at Level 3 but do not need to hold a Level 2 in Dog Grooming to register for this qualification. There are no other entry requirements.
Progression
This course can help you become a dog groomer or build on an existing career in the industry. There is also a level 3 certificate available to complete.
Course Fees
This course costs £1400 plus registration fees of £62. For more information about this course please contact our Student Services on 01422 399 367 or email sss@calderdale.ac.uk
Awarding Body
iPet
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Term Dates
Autumn Term
2nd Sept 2024 – 25th Oct 2024
4th Nov 2024 – 20th Dec 2024
Spring Term
6th Jan 2025 – 14th Feb 2025
24th Feb 2025 – 4th Apr 2025
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom