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Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant Course

Cost£623.00
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Mar 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant Course at Duchy College Rosewarne. Classes run part-time during the day over 18 weeks.

You'll spend time in the grooming units practising bathing, drying, coat preparation, and basic trimming across different coat types. The course covers both the practical skills and the underpinning knowledge you need to work confidently with dogs. You'll need to be 19 years old or above to enrol, and a good level of literacy is required for the written work.

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

Who this course is for

This course is ideal if you want a practical introduction to dog grooming before progressing to the Level 3 Diploma. You will spend time in the dog grooming units practising bathing drying coat preparation and basic trimming on a range of coat types. Assessment includes written assignments and practical tasks so you build evidence of real competence. It is a strong stepping stone if you want structured experience and clearer progression into professional training.

Entry requirements

To be 19 years old or above. It would be advantageous to be working within the dog grooming industry (as a volunteer or in paid employment) but this isnt essential. You will need to have a good level of literacy to enable you to complete the assignment work.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise bathing and drying dogs safely and correctly.
  • You'll learn coat preparation techniques for a range of coat types.
  • You'll develop basic trimming skills under supervision.
  • You'll build knowledge of dog behaviour and handling.
  • You'll complete written assignments to demonstrate your understanding.
  • You'll gather evidence of practical competence through assessed tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the dog grooming units at Duchy College Rosewarne. Assessment combines written assignments and practical tasks. The written work tests your knowledge, and the practical tasks build a portfolio of evidence showing what you can do.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Duchy College Rosewarne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Dog grooming assistant, supports qualified groomers in a salon or mobile setting.
  • Kennel assistant, cares for dogs in boarding or rescue kennels.
  • Pet shop assistant, advises customers and handles animals in a retail setting.
  • Dog handler assistant, works alongside handlers in training or welfare roles.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming, the natural next step for anyone wanting to work as a qualified groomer independently.
  • Level 3 Animal Management Diploma, broadens your skills across a wider range of species and opens roles in animal care and welfare.
  • Apprenticeship in Animal Care, lets you earn while you develop practical skills in a workplace setting.
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