Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, part-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your age and circumstances, so contact the college to confirm what you would pay. The course runs over roughly nine months and gives you the practical skills and knowledge needed to work as a dog grooming assistant in a salon environment. You'll develop hands-on experience with dogs, covering grooming techniques, animal welfare, and salon working practices. This is a City and Guilds dog grooming assistant qualification, recognised by employers in the pet care industry.
Who this course is for
Adults
Entry requirements
https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/animal-care/
What you will learn
You'll learn how to handle and restrain dogs safely during grooming
You'll develop bathing, drying, and coat preparation techniques
You'll practise basic trimming and finishing skills for different coat types
You'll understand animal health, welfare, and behaviour relevant to grooming
You'll learn how a grooming salon operates, including hygiene and safety standards
You'll recognise common skin and coat conditions and when to refer to a vet
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment, working directly with dogs. Classroom-based teaching covers the underpinning knowledge for each area of the course. Assessment includes practical observations and knowledge-based tasks. Your tutor will assess your skills as you work, so you build competence progressively across the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Dog grooming assistant, supporting qualified groomers in a salon
Trainee dog groomer, working toward independent grooming skills
Pet care assistant, in kennels, pet shops, or grooming parlours
Animal care worker, in boarding or daycare facilities
Salon receptionist or assistant in a pet grooming business
What you could study next
City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming, available at Grimsby Institute. This is the next step after your Level 2 and prepares you to work as a qualified dog groomer independently.
Level 3 Animal Management qualifications, if you want to broaden into wider animal care roles.
Animal Nursing Assistant qualifications, for those interested in moving into a veterinary support setting.
