Diploma in Dog Grooming
Learn about professional dog grooming techniques with our online dog grooming course in the UK
Are you considering a career in dog grooming? This comprehensive diploma program encompasses two certificates, focusing on both dog and pet grooming as well as the overall care of dogs. Discover the essential equipment needed for handling animals in our online dog grooming courses in the UK. You’ll learn a variety of grooming techniques and understand how to care for the skin and coat of canines. Gain insights into what it takes to start a dog grooming business, explore different breed groups, and study canine biology. Enrol in our dog grooming training and use a Diploma in Dog Grooming as a first step towards a new career.
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Course Duration
Study at your own pace – students generally complete one module per-week. See our free course guide for detailed duration information.
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COURSE BENEFITS
- Learn crucial animal handling skills
- Discover specialised grooming approaches for show dogs
- Complete an advanced dog grooming course developed by grooming experts
- Grow your knowledge around nutrition, hygiene, and preventative health care
- Learn basic anatomy and discover tools, equipment & handling tips
- Get your foot in the door of the booming dog grooming industry
- Understand what is required to start your own canine care business
COURSE CONTENTS
- Introduction to Dog Care
- Canine Biology
- Dog Health – Part One
- Dog Health – Part Two
- Exploring Dog Breeds
- Dog Breeding
- Dog Behaviour and Training
- Grooming Dogs
- Other Dog Services
- Scope and Nature of Grooming Animals
- Animal Biology
- Care of the Coat and Skin
- Dog Grooming Techniques
- Grooming Other Types of Animals
- Other Grooming Tasks
- Handling Animals During Grooming
- Show Grooming
- Grooming Safety
- The Business of Grooming
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We're an internationally recognised online education provider, who partners with industry to deliver you the latest and most up to date content. We have almost 15 years experience in online education and help change the lives of over 20,000 students every single year.
- Upskill and be awarded with a certificate of achievement to help you reach your potential & earn more.
- Flexible online learning so you can study whenever and wherever you want.
- Get free access to the career centre who will review and improve your CV to help you succeed.
- 83% of our graduates say our qualifications improved their ability to get a new job or promotion.
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Our professional tutors at The Career Academy are industry experts who are passionate about helping students succeed. They’re committed to providing exceptional online course support and personal tutoring to help you succeed. Throughout your course, you’ll receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email.
Be awarded with an industry recognised certificate
Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll be presented with a Professional Certificate by The Career Academy. This an industry recognised certificate which will go a long way to helping you get a new job or promotion. You’ll also be given access to our exclusive Career Centre and be eligible for a free CV Review.

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FAQS
This course costs £649 or only £25 per week on a no-deposit, interest-free payment plan. Click here to get started now.
This course takes approximately 300 hours, and you’ll have up to 18 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can apply for a course extension if you need more time.
Upon completing this course, you could obtain work as an Assistant Dog Groomer or Bather.
Contact a friendly student advisor on 0800 112 0911 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. Employers often approach The Career Academy looking for students and advertise jobs in our Career Centre, which you can access once enrolled. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.
Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.
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Complete an online dog grooming course, learn about nutrition, hygiene, and preventative health care and discover tools, equipment & handling tips. Complete a Diploma in Dog Grooming to discover the skills you need to set up a Dog Grooming business.
