Dog Grooming Assistants City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate
About
This qualification covers a wide range of areas related to the skills and knowledge required for working in the Dog Grooming industry, or progressing to further learning and training.
Start
To be confirmed
Duration
16 weeks, Monday 2 pm – 6 pm & Tuesday 5 pm – 9 pm
Location
Pencoed Campus
Fees
£2,200
Overview & Modules
All learners must take the mandatory units:
- Prepare and groom dogs prior to bathing
- Bathe and clean dogs
- Clean and maintain equipment used for grooming or removing hair from animals
- Control and restrain animals
- Dry dogs and prepare their coats for styling
- Basic trimming of a dog’s coat
You will also cover three optional units that are relevant to the chosen area of interest:
- Carry out reception duties
- Handle payments from clients
- Welcome, receive and care for visitors to sites
How will I be assessed?
To earn this qualification, you must complete a range of mandatory and optional units, including:
- Bathing and cleaning dogs
- Controlling and restraining animals
- Handling payments from clients
You will have an E-assessment and a practical demonstration or assignment.
Entry requirements
There are no specific prior achievements required to take this qualification, but a Level 1 or another Level 2 qualification in Animal Care or other Land-based related subjects could be an advantage. The qualification is suitable for school leavers or adults looking for a change in career.
This qualification is a centre-based qualification designed to be taken in a College-based environment.
It is designed to contribute towards the knowledge and understanding for the Work-based Qualifications in Animal Care while containing additional skills and knowledge which go beyond the scope of the National Occupational Standards. It provides a valuable alternative for those candidates who do not have access to the work-based qualifications.
Continue your studies
This course reflects the skills and knowledge needed to progress into employment or onto a Level 3 qualification.
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