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Free Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant Course in Formby

CostFREE
Duration11 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant Course in Formby. Classes run at MCDT Formby, full-time during the day.

The course covers bathing and cleaning dogs, controlling and restraining animals, and handling client payments. You'll study a mix of mandatory and optional units over around 11 months. No previous qualifications are needed to start.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants at Level 2.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants is for anyone who wants to start working in the industry. You don't need any previous qualifications. This level is ideal if you want to begin working in the dog grooming industry and want to learn the skills you need to work under supervision in a dog grooming salon. This qualification is designed for candidates who: wish for career progression into or within the sector; do not have access to an N/SVQ or work-based qualifications; wish to develop the skills learnt from other qualifications; require evidence towards the underpinning knowledge of the N/SVQ or work based qualification; are looking for progression towards higher education; are entering the industry; are not yet sufficiently advanced to study for the 7763 Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming or the Level 3 Diploma for Professional Dog Stylists.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to bathe and clean dogs safely.
  • You'll practise controlling and restraining animals.
  • You'll handle payments from clients.
  • You'll develop the skills to work under supervision in a dog grooming salon.
  • You'll learn how to assess a dog's condition before grooming.
  • You'll build knowledge of health and safety in a grooming environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical work at MCDT Formby. The course combines mandatory and optional units. Assessment is through a mix of practical observation and knowledge-based tasks. You'll also have access to work experience, CV writing support, and interview technique workshops to help you move into employment.

What you will need to bring

MCDT Formby will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Dog grooming assistant, works under supervision in a grooming salon.
  • Kennel assistant, cares for dogs in a boarding or rescue setting.
  • Pet shop assistant, handles and advises on the care of animals.
  • Animal care assistant, supports daily care routines in a shelter or sanctuary.
  • Dog groomer, a step up that typically requires further training at Level 3.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate for Dog Grooming Stylists, the natural next step if you want to groom independently and take on more complex styling work.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management, broadens your skills across a wider range of species and animal care settings.
  • Level 2 Extended Certificate in Animal Care, useful if you want to work across different areas of animal care beyond grooming.
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