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Free Level 3 Dog Grooming Course in Sheffield – The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus – Evening

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Dog Grooming Course in Sheffield. Evening classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs part-time over one year. You'll develop professional grooming skills across different breeds, covering techniques, health checks, and salon practice. This level 3 dog grooming qualification is awarded by City and Guilds. It suits anyone looking to work in a grooming salon, go mobile, or set up independently.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn breed-specific grooming techniques, including clipping, scissoring, and hand-stripping.
  • You'll identify coat types and choose the right tools and products for each.
  • You'll carry out pre-grooming health checks and recognise signs of skin or coat conditions.
  • You'll handle and restrain dogs safely and calmly during grooming sessions.
  • You'll maintain hygiene standards and clean grooming equipment correctly.
  • You'll communicate with clients about their dog's grooming needs and aftercare.
  • You'll develop an understanding of salon operations and professional practice.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at the Hillsborough Campus on evening sessions. You'll learn through practical, hands-on grooming work alongside classroom-based study. Assessment includes practical observations, where you demonstrate grooming techniques on real dogs, and written or portfolio-based tasks that cover underpinning knowledge. The centre will confirm the full assessment breakdown before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Dog groomer, working in a grooming salon or spa
  • Mobile dog groomer, visiting clients at home
  • Self-employed groomer, running your own business
  • Pet shop grooming technician, grooming in a retail setting
  • Veterinary practice groomer, supporting clinical hygiene needs
  • Dog grooming salon manager, overseeing a team and bookings

What you could study next

After completing this level 3 dog grooming qualification, you could move into business and enterprise training if you want to run your own grooming business. A Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Animal Management or Animal Behaviour would broaden your knowledge of animal welfare and health. Some groomers go on to train as veterinary nurses, which requires a separate regulated qualification pathway.

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