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Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant Course in Budleigh Salterton

Cost£623.00
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant Course in Budleigh Salterton. Classes run at Bicton College, part-time during the day over 12 weeks.

You'll practise bathing, drying, coat preparation, and essential trimming on dogs with different coat types. The course also covers underpinning theory to support your practical work. You 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 to gain core dog grooming assistant skills and prepare for progression to the Level 3 Diploma. You will work in dog grooming units to practise bathing drying coat preparation and essential trimming on dogs with different coat types. You will also learn underpinning theory and complete written and practical assessments to evidence your skills. It suits learners who want realistic experience but are not yet aiming to qualify as a professional groomer.

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 learn how to bathe and dry dogs safely and effectively.
  • You'll practise coat preparation techniques on a range of coat types.
  • You'll develop essential trimming skills under supervised conditions.
  • You'll study the theory behind dog grooming practices.
  • You'll complete written assessments to demonstrate your knowledge.
  • You'll complete practical assessments to evidence your hands-on skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions and classroom-based theory. Hands-on work takes place in dog grooming units, where you'll work with real dogs. Assessment includes both written assignments and practical observations. You'll need a good level of literacy to complete the written work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bicton College 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 care assistant, provides grooming and basic care in a pet shop or daycare.
  • Veterinary reception assistant, handles animals and supports front-of-house in a vet practice.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming, the natural next step if you want to qualify as a professional groomer and work independently.
  • Level 3 Animal Management Diploma, broadens your skills across a wider range of species and opens roles in animal care and welfare.
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