Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 2 is the most recognised.

Typical pay: £15,000 to £23,000Level 2 most recognisedOpen entry

Pay range: National Careers Service.

Your route in

You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances

1

Qualifications employers recognise (Level 2)

Any of these strengthens your application.

2

Where this can take you

With experience and qualifications, you could become self-employed and work from home or become a mobile dog groomer, visiting owners' homes. You could also open your own salon or teach dog grooming classes.

Courses for this career

See free Dog Groomer courses

Level 2

Level 3

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