A. The NPTC Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants is the 7763 02, this gives you the basic skills you need to start working in dog grooming. You could go on to qualify for the Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming or the Diploma for Professional Dog Stylists these are the 7763 03 qualifications.
Q. Who are they for?
A. A Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants is for anyone who wants to work in the dog grooming industry and work their way up. You don't need any previous qualifications to take this course. The Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming 7763 03 or the Diploma for Professional Dog Stylists 7763 03 (Diploma) is suitable for those who have experience of working in the dog grooming industry or have completed a related qualification.
Q. Why choose City & Guilds?
A. A City & Guilds qualification is proof that you have the right skills to do your job well - which is why so many employers look for people who have one. You can be confident your qualification is well respected within your industry, the 7763 02 and 03 is the Dog Grooming Industry Standard and is recognised in many places around the world.
Q. What is covered in the courses?
A. Depending on the qualification, you'll cover things like the follow plus other information:
o trimming and styling different types of coat
o preparing a dog for grooming
o bathing a dog
o shampoos and their application including specialist shampoos
o de tangling
o types of equipment and their use
o canine behaviour
o reception duties & meeting the client
o handling payments
o health and safety.
o health checks
o administration used in a commercial grooming salon
o parasites, disease and skin problems
o effective cleaning the working environment & equipment
Q. How will I learn and how will I be assessed?
A. You will learn the skills you need to complete the course in a learning environment rather than on the job. At the Canine Studies College we are a dedicated teaching centre dedicated to providing you with the skills and theory you need to pass your qualification.
For the Level 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants, you'll do an E-assessment (on-line multiple choice questionnaire) practical demonstrations, written assessments and case studies.
For the Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming, you'll do a practical demonstration, case studies and a written test.
For the Level 3 Diploma for Professional Dog Stylists, you'll do a practical demonstration, case studies, a practical test, and a written test.
Q. Which Level is right for me?
A. You can attend a one off taster day to help with both study and career guidance or attend the following Levels.
Level 2
You have little or no knowledge of the dog grooming industry and want to learn the skills you need to work under supervision in a dog grooming salon. You may also want to become a dog grooming stylist and own your own business. This course is the starting platform for you to succeed.
A. Level 3
You have experience of dog grooming and have completed the Level 2 Qualification
or
You have worked in the dog grooming industry for some time - you have plenty of experience. You want to develop your skills further, learn how to style different breeds of dog and perhaps move into a more challenging role.
By attending one of our taster days your Tutor will be able to assess your individual needs and provide you with the most appropriate guidance on your study pathway.
Q. How long do they take?
A. Guided learning hours are the hours you spend learning with us or on your own. The guided learning hours for this qualification are:
o Level 2 Certificate: 183 hours
o Level 3 Certificate: 150 hours
o Level 3 Diploma: 250 hours.
The Canine Studies College are experts in intensive courses and are able to design a package to suit your individual schedule, we understand how learning new skills may sometimes have to fit around existing commitments. Please discuss your needs with our grooming tutor to ensure the best timetable for you.
• What jobs could they lead to?
A. There are a range of different situations you can apply dog grooming, not just in a grooming salon, such as in a rescue kennels or specialist grooming for the show-ring, for photographic productions and film etc. As well as starting your own business from premises, several grooming salons rent tables or table space and this can be considered as an option for progression or full time.
The Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants could help you get a job as a dog groomer or assistant dog groomer. It is the basic starting point to achieve skills and knowledge to work for yourself.
The Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming could help you get a job as a dog groomer, kennel worker or veterinary nurse and with additional business skills training, if needed you may be able to start your own business.
The Diploma for Professional Dog Stylists could help you get a job as a senior dog groomer or manager in a dog grooming salon or you will be able to start your own business.
Once you have completed these qualifications, you could also go on to do a Level 3 work-based Diploma in Animal Care or a Level 4 QCF in Animal Management depending on your working environment and length of time grooming, you can also continue to take your Level 4 Dog Grooming Foundation Degree.
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