Free Level 3 Dog Grooming Course in Pulborough. Classes run at Brinsbury College one day a week, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This level 3 dog grooming qualification builds the practical skills and knowledge you need to work as a professional dog groomer. The course runs over 40 weeks. You could go on to work in a grooming salon, run a mobile grooming unit, or set up as self-employed. To join, you'll need to have completed the City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Dog Grooming Assistants and attend an interview with a course leader.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop advanced grooming techniques for a range of dog breeds.
You'll learn how to assess a dog's coat type and choose the right grooming approach.
You'll practise bathing, drying, clipping, and scissoring to a professional standard.
You'll understand health and safety requirements in a grooming environment.
You'll learn how to handle dogs safely and recognise signs of stress or discomfort.
You'll build knowledge of skin and coat conditions relevant to grooming work.
You'll develop the skills to work in a salon, mobile unit, or as a self-employed groomer.
How you will learn
The course is classroom and practical based, delivered one day per week at Brinsbury College. You'll develop skills through hands-on grooming sessions with dogs. Assessment is through practical observation and knowledge-based tasks that reflect real grooming work. Your progress will be assessed throughout the 40 weeks rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brinsbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Professional dog groomer. Work in a salon, mobile unit, or franchise.
Self-employed dog groomer. Run your own grooming business.
Mobile dog groomer. Visit clients at home with a mobile setup.
Grooming salon manager. Oversee a team and day-to-day salon operations.
Pet care technician. Broader animal care role in kennels or pet services.
What you could study next
Level 4 qualifications in animal care or management, if you want to move into a supervisory or specialist role.
Business skills training, useful if you plan to set up as a self-employed groomer or run your own salon.
First aid for pets courses, which many professional groomers add to their skills to reassure clients.
