This course begins in September 2025 (exact dates to be confirmed shortly) and February 2026.
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What will I learn?
This qualification covers the skills you will need to progress to work as a Dog Grooming Assistant.
Mandatory content covers:- Preparing and grooming dogs prior to bathing
- Bathing of dogs
- Drying dogs and preparing a dog for styling
- Carrying out trimming of a dog's coat to prepare for styling
- Moving and lifting dogs
- Maintaining the cleanliness and biosecurity of the dog grooming environment
- Professional conduct
- An introduction to anatomical features, breed characteristics and behaviour of dogs
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How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by practical assessments, portfolio work and a final externally led examination.
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Where could this course lead to?
Learners may wish to progress onto the Level 3 Dog Grooming qualification.
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What qualifications or experience do I need?
Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. No formal qualifications needed but you must be 16+ and be competent at working at this level. If you are under 18 on the 31st of August you must have Grade 4/C in Maths and English. To apply please fill in our course application form. It is expected that students attend all lessons.
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How long is the course?
17 weeks - 1 day per week
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Fees
The full cost for the course is £1,747. Learners may be eligible for full funding if you earn less than £25,000 per annum or are in receipt of benefits when you start the course. You must provide three wage slips or evidence of any benefits upon enrolment along with photo ID. If you earn more than £25,000pa the course may be co-funded and the fee would be £496.00 in total. Please cantact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more.