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Dog Grooming Certificate
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Price
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£19 inc VAT (was £150)
Offer ends 31 March 2026
Study method
Online
Course format
Video
Duration
12 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
Assessment details
  • COURSE COMPLETION TEST (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
  • This course is an apprenticeship
  • TOTUM card included in price

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Overview

Dog Grooming

Are you a dog lover? Do you love working with animals and want to direct your career towards spending your day pampering and grooming them? Are you looking to secure a position in dog grooming or maybe start your own mobile business in your local area? Then this Dog Grooming Diploma is the right option for you.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Assessment details

COURSE COMPLETION TEST

Included in course price

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

Course media

Description

Introduction to Dog Grooming

An information packed diploma course contains easy to manage modules. You can study at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home. Each module focuses on different elements of dog grooming, providing you with the knowledge you need to make the animal comfortable, exceed at the job and achieve success moving forward.

The Dog Grooming course is online, which enables you to study from anywhere at any time using any device. You get a lifetime access to your course modules, so you can revert back to them as and when needed with ease.

Once you have completed the course, you will be required to complete a multiple choice test. On successful completion you will be able to download and print your industry recognized certificate right away. In the event you don't pass the test the first time, you will be given a second chance to take the test, once you have had the time to go over the course notes.

What you will learn in Dog Grooming

Each module is designed to provide you with valuable knowledge and insights about the industry to help you achieve success in your dog grooming career. The course will teach you the following:

  • Learn why pet grooming is important, what equipment you need and your personality when dealing with animals.
  • Get to understand the history behind pet grooming.
  • Understand the anatomy of dogs, basic health, parasites and maintaining health.
  • The importance of a pre-grooming health assessment and keeping clients updated on their pet's health.
  • Learn about the various skin and health disorders, along with the best way to groom a dog.
  • Get valuable information on starting your own pet grooming business from identifying if it is the right choice for you to creating a business plan and more.
  • Learn how to train dogs to enjoy a bath, steps leading up to a bath and bathing a fearful dog.
  • Know how to set up your grooming area, workstation requirements, tools you will need, lighting and airflow.
  • Learn when a dog should be referred to a vet.
  • Learn the best way to bath a dog from the clothes you should be wearing to getting the dog in the bath.
  • Learn the best way to dry a dog. Get an understanding on why shaking is so important, identify the best methods from air and towel drying to drying between the pads on the paws and more.
  • Understand detailed grooming, such as nail clipping, eyes, ears, teeth and feet.
  • Get a good understanding why you need to keep your workstation neat and tidy and why appearance is so important.
  • Learn the various grooming emergencies from untangling knots to working with rescue dogs to emergencies and more.
  • Know the law. Know what is expected of you as a business owner in the dog grooming industry from first aid to basic health and safety.

Benefits of Dog Grooming

There are numerous benefits to taking a dog grooming course online and securing your certification. The benefits include:

  • Enjoy the convenience of superior online support throughout your studies
  • Study using any smart device, as long as it is connected to the internet
  • Study from anywhere, on the bus on your way home from a full day at work or when you get home and you are relaxing on the sofa.
  • Study and still work a full day with ease.
  • Study at your own pace and in your own time. You can take a week to complete the course or a month or more, this is down to your personal preference and time you have available.
  • Fast track your career in the pet grooming industry.
  • Boost your chances of opening your own successful grooming business.

Who is this course for?

Anyone who is interested to learn Dog grooming or making a professional career path

Requirements

The Dog Grooming course can be accessed from any internet-enabled device, including computers, tablets, and smartphones. Access the Dog Grooming course from anywhere in the world and work through the content at a pace that suits you.

There are no formal entry requirements for the Dog Grooming course, and it is open to everyone.

Career path

After finishing the Dog Grooming course, you will be able to establish communication with your pet more accurately and effectively.

  • Retail grooming
  • Stylist
  • Rescue groomer
  • Freelance grooming
  • Professional handler

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Julie asked:

I'm interested in this course but would I be able to start my own business after completing it without being able to practice on a dog?

Answer:

This online course which all of the principles involved. You can go on to set this up as a business.

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Ashlea asked:

Hi I was just wondering what’s the difference between this course dog grooming online training course and the course diploma in dog grooming?

Answer:

Hi Ashlea, Thanks for your interest. Our course "Dog grooming online training course" includes 15 modules in total and I am not sure which "course diploma in dog grooming" course that you are referring to! It is a difference in number of modules I believe.

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Samantha asked:

Hello, how I can gain this qualification without actually have any hands on experience? Is this correct?

Answer:

This Diploma in Dog Grooming has been created by experts within the dog grooming industry, who will take you through comprehensive training, covering fundamental topics such as: pet safety, first aid, anatomy and the types of coat, and the common coat disorders. You’ll develop your own dog grooming technique, and will gain a lot of hands-on practice.

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Eleni asked:

Is this qualification a Level 2 qualification ?

Answer:

Hi Eleni, The course is Accredited by The CPD Certification Service and also for Courses Distance Learning LTD.

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Beverley asked:

Hi can you pleas3 tell me if there are videos to watch showing me step by step on grooming

Answer:

Hi Beverley, Yes the course contains video tutorials as well. Mike

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Sue asked:

I am interested in doing the Dog Grooming course and would like to know if you can accept payment by Postal Order.

Answer:

Hi, The payment you should do it using reed platform. I believe they only accept credit card.

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Sue asked:

Hello, I am interested in the course and would like to know what payment methods you accept. Do you accept Postal Orders?

Answer:

Hi Sue, Thanks for your interest and the enquiry. We accept card or paypal payments only. If necessary a bank transfer but not postal orders I am afraid. However, feel free to check with Reed team if they can offer you a suitable payment method. cheers

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Jenna asked:

Hi I'm looking to do a course so I can be qualified dog groomer to get a job role in this will this course make me then qualified and do

Answer:

Hi Jenna, This course is accredited by a CPD accrediting body, this certification will help to get a job.

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Kim Johnson asked:

Might be a silly question do you need a dog to complete this? I am considering buying this for someone who is not allowed pets in their apartment.

Answer:

Hi Kim, We have a lot of students who bought the course without having a dog. Go ahead an join CDL students network!

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Tonicha Grady asked:

Hello, can you use this course alone to open a groomers? Or do you have to complete any extra training? Can you get insured with only this course?

Answer:

Hi Tonicha, This online course which all of the principles involved. You can go on to set this up as a business.

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Rico asked:

Can you go self employed after the course

Answer:

Hi Rico, Thank you for your query. The "Dog Grooming" course is the perfect foundation for anyone who'd like to start their own business in the Dog Grooming field. I invite you to have a look at the Course Syllabus on REED to learn more about the course content and the opportunities it opens. Jane - Courses Distance Learning Team.

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hannah asked:

do you get a recognised qualification once the course is competed?

Answer:

Hi Hannah, Sure, this course is accredited by a CPD accrediting body.

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Jas asked:

hi I love dogs and want to be a dog groomer but I may need help in this coarse would there be like a contact number or anything tht could help me ??

Answer:

Hi Jas, Thanks for your interest in the course. Yes we will provide student support along the course duration for any questions you may have. Best

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Neha asked:

Hii.. Am neha..I live in Mauritius and I wanted to know if I take the course and how to proceed woth the payment? Thank You in advance.

Answer:

Hi Neha, Thank you for writing us. If you would like to buy the course, follow the process and payment and we will give you access in less than 12 hours. Best.

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