Level 3 City & Guilds Diploma in Dog Grooming
This course is a fantastic opportunity for those learners who have already achieved their Level 2 City & Guilds Dog Grooming Assistant qualification to become a fully qualified dog groomer.
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Who is this course for?
This course is a fantastic opportunity for learners who have already achieved their Level 2 City & Guilds Dog Grooming Assistant qualification to become a fully qualified dog groomer. This qualification allows you to work within a salon as a professional stylist, a salon manager or even run your own salon.
The course is completed in a commercial salon within a small class of four students, which creates a more personalised learning experience.
Both theory and practical sessions will be held on-site with the lecturer.
Entry Requirements
- Maths and English grades D/3 or above.
- Level 2 City & Guilds Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants (7763-02 or 7863-02) at Merit grade for practical AND theory exams.
- You must have a current work placement or volunteering role in a salon, for a minimum of one day a week.
What will you learn?
You will cover:
- How to complete breed standard trims such as Cocker Spaniels or Schnauzers
- How to handstrip effectively and correctly
- Legislation
- Canine health and anatomy
- Requirements of owning a salon
- Canine first aid
How will you learn?
You will have both practical assessments and a written exam.
What will you need to bring with you?
You will be expected to provide your own set of scissors for the course. You should at least have a set of:
- Thinners
- Straights
- Bullnose
- Curves
You will also be expected to provide your own tunic for the course.
How will you be assessed?
You will have both practical assessments and a written exam.
The written exam is completed on a set date that is decided by City & Guilds.
The practical assessments are completed at Broomfield Hall campus in the dog grooming salon. These will be assessed by your lecturer.
Where next?
You can become a full stylist in a salon, take on a salon manager role or run your own salon.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: November 20, 2024 9:26 am
