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Animal Management

Preliminary Dog Grooming

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If you spend time grooming your dog, or caring for canines, then dog grooming may be the profession for you.

This introductory course provides the basic knowledge and experience to get started on your journey towards a career in dog grooming. You will learn in a realistic dog grooming environment, using professional equipment and will be taught by an experienced professional Dog Groomer.

If you would then like to progress on to our Advanced Techniques in Dog Grooming course, this will develop your skills and provide you with further knowledge and experience to kick start your career, or to groom your own dogs as a hobby.

More information

We have various start dates throughout the year, both during the day and in the evening. The course will take 11 weeks to complete, however, we also have a fast track option available, which can be completed in 6 weeks.

The course takes place at St Helens College, STEM Centre Campus, St Helens, WA9 1TT.

This course will take place on the following dates:

  • Tuesday 3rd December 2024 | 6.00pm – 9.00pm
  • Thursday 5th December 2024 | 9.30am – 12.30pm
  • Monday 3rd March 2025 | 9.30am – 4.30pm (Fast Track)
  • Wednesday 19th March 2025 | 1.30pm – 4.30pm
  • Wednesday 19th March 2025 | 6.00pm – 9.00pm

During this course you will study a variety of different modules that will help you gain essential sector knowledge and skills.

You will study subjects such as:

  • Health and safety
  • Grooming equipment
  • Bathing
  • Grooming
  • Canine behaviour and restraint
  • Health checks
  • Skin and coat conditions
  • Grooming techniques
  • Basic clipping and scissoring

You will study alongside like-minded people in classes delivered by friendly supportive tutors.

You will be assessed through your practical course work, attendance and punctuality.
You do not need any formal qualifications, just passion and a commitment to your studies.

The total cost of this course is £650. To secure your place, you will need to pay a £200 deposit with the remaining balance payable upon enrolment. You can pay your deposit and reserve your place in our online shop.

This is a full cost course meaning that there are no fee discounts available.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may choose to seek employment or alternatively you may wish to further your knowledge by progressing on to our Advanced Dog Grooming course.

Many of our successful students have secured employment within the industry and have even gone on to run their very own dog grooming business/salon. Equally, many students join the course as a hobby.

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