Free Level 3 Dog Grooming Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Evening dog grooming classes run at Northumberland College Kirkley Hall Campus, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. To join, you'll need a Level 2 qualification in Dog Grooming. The course covers advanced grooming techniques, breed-specific styling, and safe handling practices, with hands-on experience across a range of breeds. Sessions focus on coat maintenance, temperament management, and grooming to industry standards. This is a City and Guilds level 3 dog grooming qualification.
Who this course is for
Elevate your skills in dog grooming and open doors to a rewarding career in the animal care industry. This course provides in-depth training on advanced grooming techniques, breed-specific styling, and safe handling practices, all while focusing on the health and well-being of the animals. You�ll gain hands-on experience working with a variety of dog breeds, learning how to maintain coats, manage different temperaments, and perform grooming to industry standards. With a blend of practical sessions and theoretical knowledge, you�ll be prepared to work in professional grooming salons or even start your own business. Ideal for those who are passionate about dogs and looking to refine their grooming skills, this qualification sets the foundation for a fulfilling career in an industry that combines creativity with care. Develop your expertise, confidence, and practical experience to succeed in a growing, pet-focused profession.
Entry requirements
To start the Level 3 Dog Grooming course, you�ll need a Level 2 qualification in Dog Grooming.
What you will learn
You'll apply advanced grooming techniques to a range of dog breeds.
You'll learn breed-specific styling to industry standards.
You'll practise safe handling of dogs with different temperaments.
You'll maintain and care for a variety of coat types.
You'll assess the health and well-being of dogs during grooming sessions.
You'll develop professional standards for working in a grooming environment.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and delivered part-time on evenings. You'll build skills through practical, hands-on sessions working with dogs. Assessment is based on your practical performance and your understanding of grooming techniques, animal health, and safe handling. The centre will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland College Kirkley Hall Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Dog groomer. Work in a grooming salon or mobile grooming business.
Self-employed dog groomer. Run your own mobile or salon-based service.
Salon manager. Oversee a grooming salon and its team.
Animal care assistant. Support animal welfare in kennels or rescue centres.
Pet stylist. Specialist styling and finishing for shows or competitions.
What you could study next
Level 4 Award in Dog Grooming or related animal care qualification. A natural next step if you want to move into teaching, assessing, or specialist practice.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Allows you to teach dog grooming or animal care courses yourself.
City and Guilds assessor qualifications. If you want to assess learners working toward their own dog grooming qualification.
