Part time Foundation in Dog Grooming AC089
Vocational qualification
In Dorchester
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Dorchester
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Duration
34 Days
This course is aimed at students who want to work or are already working within the grooming profession or veterinary nursing. It is an intensive course that will cover the requirements for the City & Guilds Level 2 certificate in Dog Grooming, and will prepare the student for progression onto Level 3. The C&G certificate comprises of 3 mandatory units and will be assessed by 7.
Facilities
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Start date
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Subjects
- Dog Grooming
Course programme
Foundation in Dog Grooming AC089
QualificationCity and Guilds NPTC Level 2, Intermediate Dog Grooming + Kingston Maurward Certificate in Dog Grooming (AC079)
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?
Duration :1 day per week for 34 weeks
Times :34 x Monday or Wednesday
9.15 am - 4.45 pm
Dates :7.09.09 - 28.06.10 (Monday)
9.09.09 - 30.06.10 (Wednesday)
Run by : Animal Care Department.
Tutor : Noeline Stevens
Awarding Body
City & Guilds NPTC
Kingston Maurward College
Is it right for me?
This course is aimed at students who want to work or are already working within the grooming profession or veterinary nursing. It is an intensive course that will cover the requirements for the City & Guilds Level 2 certificate in Dog Grooming, and will prepare the student for progression onto Level 3.
The C&G certificate comprises of 3 mandatory units and will be assessed by 7 practical grooming assessments and an on-line multiple choice test. The Kingston Maurward Certificate requires the student to complete portfolio.
An acceptable level of literacy is required for this course.
What will I be learning about?
- Canine evolution and breed development.
- Canine anatomy.
- First aid for the dog and groomer.
- Health assessment and identifying problems.
- Skin and coat care.
- Preventative treatments and vaccination.
- Safe use of prescription shampoos and drugs.
- Grooming requirements for the sick or convalescing dog.
- Work area and salon design.
- Customer care and services.
- Grooming out, bathing and drying a variety of breeds and coat types.
- Introduction to trimming, hand stripping and styling techniques.
What is next?
- Professional Dog Grooming Certificate.
- Kingston Maurward Certificate in Dog Grooming.
Part time Foundation in Dog Grooming AC089