Hands on Introduction to Dog Grooming
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At: Rimington, Clitheroe The following course, offered by Myserscought, will help you improve your skills and achieve your professional goals. During the program you will study different subjects which are deemed to be useful for those who want to enhance their professional career. Sign up for more information!
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Subjects
- IT
- Dog
- Dog Grooming
Course programme
At: Rimington, Clitheroe
Fees: £275
Course Length:
8 Evenings
This introductory level course is designed to suit both the pet dog groomer looking for further training and advice on looking after the family pet or the sound start for the person considering a possible career in the dog grooming industry. Covering health, care and basic grooming requirements, on completion candidates should gain the satisfactory background knowledge, tuition and practical experience move on to a higher level or adequately satisfy the needs of grooming at home.
This course does not lead to a qualification, but can be supported by a Myerscough College attendance and completion certificate if required to commence and support further training.
The course delivered in partnership with Canine Health and Hydro, Clitheroe, Lancashire will cover the following areas:
· Introduction to equipment
· Basic dog handling skills
· Introduction to bathing and drying.
· Drying techniques and brushes for different coat types
· Clipping nails
· Ear cleaning and plucking
· clearing under the dogs pads
· Hygiene clips
· Basic trimming around feet and furnishings.
· All off grooms and basic styles.
· Further clipping techniques
· Consolidation of clipping experience to involve full basic "pet groom" on a selection of breeds
Additional Information
All tools and equipment will be provided, but candidates are expected to bring a suitable waterproof apron or specialist grooming top and wear suitable non-slip footwear. These items are available on line from http://www.groomers-online.com/
Progression
City & Guilds Level 3 Introduction to Dog Grooming (7763-03)*
This course is an intensive 'block delivery' format leading towards City & Guilds qualification standards
Assessments are independant
Please ask the tutor for further details
*(Reduction in course fees and duration are applicable if the candidate has attended the Myerscough College 'Hands on Introduction to Dog Grooming')
How To Apply or Enquire Please enquire about applying for this course to: The Short Course Unit, Myerscough College, Bilsborrow, Preston, Lancashire PR3 0RYTelephone:01995 642255 Email:shortcourses@myerscough.ac.uk Special Education Needs and Disability - Short Courses Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Regrettably the College does not receive funding for the provision of learning support for students with additional learning needs attending Short Courses, which are run on a full-cost basis. The College's Learning Support Service may be able to provide support but it is the responsibility of the student to meet the cost. For further details contact 01995 642222 ext 2045 (or email learningsupport@myerscough.ac.uk) with details of support requirements and the relevant course.
Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.
Hands on Introduction to Dog Grooming