DOG GROOMING - LEVEL 3 COURSE
NVQ
Distance
Description
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Type
NVQ Level 3
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Class hours
100h
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
Approximate Study Time: 100 Hours (Self Study) Buy Now More InfoThe Dog Grooming - Level 3 Course is suitable for both beginners and those with an established background with dogs. On successful completion of this course students will receive an accredited Level 3 Certificate Award.
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About this course
The course will help you to:
Gain a detailed understanding of the relationship between humans and dogs and a working knowledge of the long history of this relationship
Gain an in-depth knowledge of a wide range of different breeds of dog and the ability to adapt grooming techniques to suit each breed
Acquire the ability to understand that each dog has a unique personality and how to adapt accordingly, so grooming is efficient and hassle-free
Gain the ability to groom dogs as quickly as possible whilst showing maximum attention to detail
Gain the business skills necessary to help in the setting up of a dog grooming service
This is a theory-based course. If you plan to start your own business you will need to buy the relevant equipment and gain relevant grooming experience. A perfect way to do this is to ask friends and family and ask if you can groom their dogs for free.
On successful completion of this course students will receive an accredited Level 3 Certificate of Achievement.
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Subjects
- Dog Grooming
- Dog
- Irish
- IT
- English
- Quality
- Insurance
- Accredited
- Business Plan
- Quality Training
Course programme
Unit 1
The following topics are covered: Man’s History with Dogs; The History of Dog Grooming; and The Dog Grooming Profession.
Unit 2
The following topics are covered: Breed Recognition; Dog Anatomy and Physiology; Dog Diseases; and First Aid.
Unit 3
The following topics are covered: Smooth Coat Breeds; Short Coat Breeds; Double Coat Breeds; Long and Silky Coat Breeds; Harsh and Wiry Coat Breeds; Curly and Woolly Breeds; and Corded Coated Breeds.
Unit 4
The following topics are covered: Setting boundaries; Policies; Sticking to rules; Tantrums; and Bribery.
Unit 5
The following topics are covered: Equipment Required; Grooming Tools; Clippers; Blades; Shears; Scissors; Equipment; Maintenance; Uniforms and Protective Clothing; Protective Equipment; Products Required; Price Lists; and Suppliers Information & Contact Details.
Unit 6
The following topics are covered: Safety Measures; Dog Psychology; Dog Control; Pre-Bath; Bath; and Post Bath.
Unit 7
The following topics are covered: Grooming; Dealing with Double Coats; Professional Grooming Shortcuts; Working with Puppies; and Working with the Senior Dog.
Unit 8
The following topics are covered: 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; and Breed Grooming Comparisons.
Unit 9
The following topics are covered: 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; Miniature Poodle; Standard Poodle; and Toy Poodle.
Unit 10
The following topics are covered: Setter Breeds; Setter Trims; English Setter; Gordon Setter; Irish Red Setter; Irish Red Setter; Other Breeds; Bichon Frise; Old English Sheepdog; Portuguese Water Dog; and Mixed Breeds & Designer Dogs.
Unit 11
The following topics are covered: Drop Coat Breeds; Drop Coat Trims; Coton de Tulear; Havanese; Lhasa Apso – Pomeranian; Shih Tzu; and Troubleshooting.
Unit 12
The following topics are covered: 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; and Conclusion.
Additional information
DOG GROOMING - LEVEL 3 COURSE