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Are you an adult learner passionate about dogs and looking to start a career in the dog grooming industry? This practical, hands-on course is the perfect first step towards becoming a professional Dog Grooming Assistant.
Designed specifically for adult learners, this qualification will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to work in a range of grooming settings – whether in a salon, a mobile grooming unit, or as part of a larger pet care business or franchise.
You’ll gain real-world experience and build confidence as you learn how to safely and professionally assist in grooming tasks, with modules covering:
Health & Safety
Handling of dogs
Bathing and drying techniques
Dogs breeds and their temperaments
Students have the benefit of working in our very own dog grooming salons, training with real dogs from clients.
Students on this course will have synoptic assessments on a variety of dogs. There will be weekly workbooks and a 60-question end-of-course MCQ exam.
This qualification is graded Pass/Merit/Distinction
Support is provided to all students by personal tutors and specialist dog grooming assessors.
On completion of the Level 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants, you can then go on to take the City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming at the nearest FE college or at a private dog grooming academy . The Level 2 course is a prerequisite to the Level 3.
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Located in West Bromwich, Sandwell College boasts best in class facilities and exceptional teaching standards.
Alongside delivering outstanding pass rates, the College is proud to offer unrivalled mental health services and welfare support, ensuring that every student has access to the advice and guidance they need.
Sandwell College is the largest provider of 16-19 study programmes in the West Midlands, preparing learners for higher education, apprenticeships, and successful careers.