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Introduction to Dog Grooming (RQF) Level 3 Award
- Learn the key principles of dog grooming
- Apply your learning with 5 days of practical training
- Develop or enhance your existing skills in dog grooming
- Complete the study material at your own pace
- Gain a Level 3 Ofqual regulated qualification
- Benefit from flexible online learning
Studying your Diploma
This iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming course prepares you for a career in dog grooming by developing the necessary skills and techniques required.
You will learn essential grooming techniques including prep, styling and finishing. The course will also cover how to remove knots and excess hair.
You will also study how to correctly handle dogs of different shapes and sizes and how to correctly bathe them. An important part of this is understanding the health and safety best practices to operate in a dog grooming salon safely.
As part of the 5-day of practical training included in this course, students will have the opportunity to work alongside qualified dog grooming professionals inside a dog grooming school.
The 5 days of practical training, will allow students to work alongside professionals at a dog grooming school, gaining valuable practical experience.
This course features theory materials online so you can manage your work and family commitments without too much difficulty.
Please note that as a COVID precaution, it is mandatory for learners to have their own grooming equipment when attending the practical training. A comprehensive dog grooming kit is available to purchase from our practical training provider for the amount of £450. Alternatively, learners can provide their own equipment. If you decide to provide your own equipment, our training provider will need to approve your equipment list to ensure it is suitable before you attend the placement.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK’s leading online course providers. Our online courses give you the flexibility to engage with your studies whenever suits you best.
The benefit of online learning is you can plan your studies around your existing commitments. So, you’re able to progress with your learning in a way that works for you, without the stressful balancing act.
You’ll gain essential knowledge regarding canine care, allowing you to work towards a fulfilling new career. With no classes to attend or timetable to stick to, you’re in control of the pace and place of your learning.
What’s more, we have dedicated and experienced online tutors to support you throughout your course. As well as all the material being readily available as soon as you enrol so you’re able to start right away.
All your course copy is engaging and related to real-life scenarios. So, you can gain real-life experience in preparation for a career in dog grooming.
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support PLUS On-Demand & Live Classes
- Access your course materials immediately
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
- Live class scheduled between 10 am to 8 pm daily (including weekends)
- Access to our video library of previous lectures available on-demand
- Interact with your tutors directly during your class
- Network with like-minded students via our chat functionality
- Take live classes multiple times or access recordings as you like
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
Qualification: Introduction to Dog Grooming (RQF) Level 3 Award
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming (Qualification Number: 603/6031/8)
Professional Membership
iPET Network is an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual, CCEA Regulation and Qualifications Wales, specialising in qualifications in the Canine and Feline sector. iPET Network is unique in its approach, being a sector-specific Awarding Organisation and are constantly developing qualifications in the animal industry.
The iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming is designed to be flexible to meet the real-life needs and circumstances of its students. It is aimed at students who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish grooming several dog breeds an understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon.
Requirements for Entry
If you have a genuine interest in canine care and a desire to start a fulfilling new career, then no previous experience or qualifications are needed. The minimum age for access to this qualification is 16 years.
The qualification includes 5 days of practical training where you will receive hands-on experience and the opportunity to apply your learning. As part of the practical you will groom different breeds and coat types. You will need to travel to our dog grooming centre located in Winsford, UK.
Please note that as a COVID precaution, it is mandatory for learners to have their own grooming equipment when attending the practical training. A comprehensive dog grooming kit is available to purchase from our practical training provider for the amount of £450. Alternatively, learners can provide their own equipment. If you decide to provide your own equipment, our training provider will need to approve your equipment list to ensure it is suitable before you attend the placement.
Your practical training will be held at the state-of-the-art COVID-secure dog grooming training school in Winsford, Northwich UK.
During your 5-days of training, you will work alongside trained and highly experienced dog grooming professionals.
This unique hands-on experience will allow you to enhance your skill set and develop your grooming and styling techniques by practising on clients (dogs) in a safe dog grooming salon.
Throughout your practical training, you will be supervised, supported, and assessed by experienced dog grooming staff.
At the end of your practical training, you will have the confidence and expert knowledge to be able to apply for roles in the dog grooming sector.
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Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
This course consists of 2 units.
Unit 1: Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment
On completion of this unit you will:
- Learn how to promote and maintain the health and welfare of animals.
- Study health and safety and Animal Welfare requirements.
Unit 2: Prepare, Style and Finish a range of Dog Breeds
On completion of this unit you will:
- Learn how to effectively groom a variety of dog breeds, from preparation to styling and finishing.
- Develop and use techniques and equipment appropriate to the coat type to remove knots and excess hair.
- Study handling techniques to suit the dog type.
- Learn how to safely bathe and dry a range of dogs.
- Explore the preparation for styling and finishing techniques for different breeds and client requirements.
- Learn how to groom dogs coat types.
Study and practical training
The course is available online to start at any time. The practical elements will take place over 5 days at a dog grooming school in the UK. During the practical training at one of our hand-picked training providers, you will have the opportunity to groom different breeds of dogs with a variety of coat types.
There are no pre-requisites for this diploma, however, you must be over 16 years of age to enrol.
When studying your iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming you’ll be assessed internally by our qualified experts. You’ll need to provide a portfolio of evidence upon completion of each unit.
Once you have successfully completed all your assessments you will receive your final grade and receive your certificate of completion alongside your qualification.
When are you assessed?
As you’re in control of how you learn, you’re also in charge of when you hand in your assignments. This enables you to take as long as you need to thoroughly understand the unit before completing any assignments.
OUR PASS RATE
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
86.8%
(National Average 74.9%)
Introduction to Dog Grooming (RQF) Level 3 Award
- Learn the key principles of dog grooming
- Apply your learning with 5 days of practical training
- Develop or enhance your existing skills in dog grooming
- Complete the study material at your own pace
- Gain a Level 3 Ofqual regulated qualification
- Benefit from flexible online learning
Studying your Diploma
This iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming course prepares you for a career in dog grooming by developing the necessary skills and techniques required.
You will learn essential grooming techniques including prep, styling and finishing. The course will also cover how to remove knots and excess hair.
You will also study how to correctly handle dogs of different shapes and sizes and how to correctly bathe them. An important part of this is understanding the health and safety best practices to operate in a dog grooming salon safely.
As part of the 5-day of practical training included in this course, students will have the opportunity to work alongside qualified dog grooming professionals inside a dog grooming school.
The 5 days of practical training, will allow students to work alongside professionals at a dog grooming school, gaining valuable practical experience.
This course features theory materials online so you can manage your work and family commitments without too much difficulty.
Please note that as a COVID precaution, it is mandatory for learners to have their own grooming equipment when attending the practical training. A comprehensive dog grooming kit is available to purchase from our practical training provider for the amount of £450. Alternatively, learners can provide their own equipment. If you decide to provide your own equipment, our training provider will need to approve your equipment list to ensure it is suitable before you attend the placement.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK’s leading online course providers. Our online courses give you the flexibility to engage with your studies whenever suits you best.
The benefit of online learning is you can plan your studies around your existing commitments. So, you’re able to progress with your learning in a way that works for you, without the stressful balancing act.
You’ll gain essential knowledge regarding canine care, allowing you to work towards a fulfilling new career. With no classes to attend or timetable to stick to, you’re in control of the pace and place of your learning.
What’s more, we have dedicated and experienced online tutors to support you throughout your course. As well as all the material being readily available as soon as you enrol so you’re able to start right away.
All your course copy is engaging and related to real-life scenarios. So, you can gain real-life experience in preparation for a career in dog grooming.
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support
- Access your course materials immediately
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support PLUS
On-Demand & Live Classes
On-Demand & Live Classes
- Live class scheduled between 10 am to 8 pm daily (including weekends)
- Access to our video library of previous lectures available on-demand
- Interact with your tutors directly during your class
- Network with like-minded students via our chat functionality
- Take live classes multiple times or access recordings as you like
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 74.9%)
86.8%
Qualification: Introduction to Dog Grooming (RQF) Level 3 Award
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming (Qualification Number: 603/6031/8)
Professional Membership
iPET Network is an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual, CCEA Regulation and Qualifications Wales, specialising in qualifications in the Canine and Feline sector. iPET Network is unique in its approach, being a sector-specific Awarding Organisation and are constantly developing qualifications in the animal industry.
The iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming is designed to be flexible to meet the real-life needs and circumstances of its students. It is aimed at students who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish grooming several dog breeds an understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon.
Requirements for Entry
If you have a genuine interest in canine care and a desire to start a fulfilling new career, then no previous experience or qualifications are needed. The minimum age for access to this qualification is 16 years.
The qualification includes 5 days of practical training where you will receive hands-on experience and the opportunity to apply your learning. As part of the practical you will groom different breeds and coat types. You will need to travel to our dog grooming centre located in Winsford, UK.
Please note that as a COVID precaution, it is mandatory for learners to have their own grooming equipment when attending the practical training. A comprehensive dog grooming kit is available to purchase from our practical training provider for the amount of £450. Alternatively, learners can provide their own equipment. If you decide to provide your own equipment, our training provider will need to approve your equipment list to ensure it is suitable before you attend the placement.
Your practical training will be held at the state-of-the-art COVID-secure dog grooming training school in Winsford, Northwich UK.
During your 5-days of training, you will work alongside trained and highly experienced dog grooming professionals.
This unique hands-on experience will allow you to enhance your skill set and develop your grooming and styling techniques by practising on clients (dogs) in a safe dog grooming salon.
Throughout your practical training, you will be supervised, supported, and assessed by experienced dog grooming staff.
At the end of your practical training, you will have the confidence and expert knowledge to be able to apply for roles in the dog grooming sector.
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
This course consists of 2 units.
Unit 1: Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment
On completion of this unit you will:
- Learn how to promote and maintain the health and welfare of animals.
- Study health and safety and Animal Welfare requirements.
Unit 2: Prepare, Style and Finish a range of Dog Breeds
On completion of this unit you will:
- Learn how to effectively groom a variety of dog breeds, from preparation to styling and finishing.
- Develop and use techniques and equipment appropriate to the coat type to remove knots and excess hair.
- Study handling techniques to suit the dog type.
- Learn how to safely bathe and dry a range of dogs.
- Explore the preparation for styling and finishing techniques for different breeds and client requirements.
- Learn how to groom dogs coat types.
Study and practical training
The course is available online to start at any time. The practical elements will take place over 5 days at a dog grooming school in the UK. During the practical training at one of our hand-picked training providers, you will have the opportunity to groom different breeds of dogs with a variety of coat types.
There are no pre-requisites for this diploma, however, you must be over 16 years of age to enrol.
When studying your iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming you’ll be assessed internally by our qualified experts. You’ll need to provide a portfolio of evidence upon completion of each unit.
Once you have successfully completed all your assessments you will receive your final grade and receive your certificate of completion alongside your qualification.
When are you assessed?
As you’re in control of how you learn, you’re also in charge of when you hand in your assignments. This enables you to take as long as you need to thoroughly understand the unit before completing any assignments.
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