Dog Grooming certificate
UKDLP
Summary
- Certificate of completion - Free
- Tutor is available to students
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Overview
This online dog grooming course provides students with a complete guide to dog grooming. This includes sections on the history of dog breeding; detailed guidance on different grooming techniques; as well as advice on how to go about setting up your own business. You will have the help of a personal tutor, as well as access to an online learning portal and a useful instructional DVD.
Certificates
Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - Included
Description
- Lesson 1
Man’s History with Dogs – The History of Dog Grooming – The Dog Grooming Profession
- Lesson 2
Dog Breeds – Breed Recognition – Dog Anatomy and Physiology – Dog Diseases – First Aid
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 3
Types of Coat – Smooth Coat Breeds – Short Coat Breeds – Double Coat Breeds – Long and Silky Coat Breeds – Harsh and Wiry Coat Breeds – Curly and Woolly Breeds – Corded Coated Breeds
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 4
Types of Coat – Short Coat Breeds – Long Coat Breeds – Designer Breeds
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 5
Equipment Required – Grooming Tools – Clippers – Blades – Shears – Scissors – Equipment Maintenance – Uniforms and Protective Clothing – Protective Equipment – Products Required – Price Lists – Suppliers Information and Contact Details
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 6
Safety Measures – Dog Psychology – Dog Control – Pre-Bath – Bath – Post Bath
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 7
Grooming – Dealing with Double Coats – Professional Grooming Shortcuts – Working with Puppies – Working with the Senior Dog
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 8
Terriers – Terrier Trims – Head Details – Body Details – Hand Stripping – Terrier Breeds – Airedale Terrier – Australian Terrier – Bedlington Terrier – Cairn Terrier – Dandie Dinmont Terrier – Irish Terrier – Kerry Blue Terrier – Lakeland Terrier – Norfolk Terrier – Norwich Terrier – Schnauzer – Scottish Terrier – Sealyham Terrier – Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier – Welsh Terrier – West Highland White Terrier – Wire Fox Terrier – Yorkshire Terrier – Breed Grooming Comparisons
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 9
Spaniel Breeds – Spaniel Breed Trims – American Cocker Spaniel – American Water Spaniel – Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – English Cocker Spaniel – English Springer Spaniel – English Toy Spaniel – Irish Water Spaniel – Welsh Springer Spaniel – Poodle Types – Poodle Breed Trims – Minature Poodle – Standard Poodle – Toy Poodle
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 10
Setter Breeds – Setter Trims – English Setter – Gordon Setter – Irish Red Setter – Irish Red Setter – Other Breeds – Bichon Frise – Old English Sheepdog – Portuguese Water Dog – Mixed Breeds and Designer Dogs
Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 11
Drop Coat Breeds – Drop Coat Trims – Coton de Tulear – Havanese – Lhasa Apso – Pomeranian – Shih Tzu – Troubleshooting
Test – Further Reading & Research
- Lesson 12
The Law and You – Health and Safety – First Aid – Setting Up in Business – Accessories – Finances – Choosing Premises – Salon Design – Insurance – Business Plan – Business Profile – Business Portfolio – Conclusion
Further Reading & Research.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to become a dog grooming professional, either self-employed or working for someone else.
Requirements
There are no formal requirements for this course.
Questions and answers
Hi. Do you get a qualification out of this course? I've read it's just a certificate for completing the course?
Answer:This course is assessed through a series of tutor marked assignments which test the student's knowledge and understanding. On successful completion this leads to a level 3 certificate issued by ABC AWards, a leading UK awarding organisation.
This was helpful.Is it possible to complete this course in less than 12 months?
Answer:Because it is distance learning you can set your pace. For this course it would be possible to complete in 3-4 months if you can devote the time required to studying.
This was helpful.With this certificate can I get grooming insurance to start my own business
Answer:In order to obtain public liability insurance it is likely that you will in addition need to complete a period of experience undertaken under supervision. We always advise students to check requirements with an insurance broker to check personal requirements.
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