Certificate in Dog & Pet Grooming
Animal Care
A course by
The Career Academy
Gain an industry-accredited certificate in dog and pet grooming, learning animal handling, grooming techniques, and pet care skills for work or self-employment in the pet grooming industry.
NZ$919
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand the scope and nature of pet grooming
Describe the grooming industry and what is involved in delivering grooming services for different types of animals.
Apply animal biology and handling knowledge
Use animal biology concepts and handling techniques for the professional care and safety of pets during grooming.
About This Course
The Certificate in Dog & Pet Grooming at The Career Academy provides comprehensive training for those entering the pet and dog grooming industry. Learn about animal biology, professional grooming techniques for dogs and other pets, coat and skin care, animal handling, safety, use of grooming equipment, and running a grooming business. The 100% online course offers unlimited tutor support, a 10-day money back guarantee, flexible duration, career coaching services, and industry-recognised accreditation. Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement and are prepared for a variety of roles in animal care and professional pet grooming.
Course Content
- Scope and Nature of Grooming Animals
- Animal Biology
- Care of the Coat and Skin
- Dog Grooming Techniques
- Grooming Other Types of Animals
- Other Grooming Tasks
- Handling Animals During Grooming
- Grooming Safety
- The Business of Grooming
- Specialised grooming for show dogs
- Nutrition, hygiene, and preventative health care
- Bathting and coat care for cats and dogs
- Tools, equipment, and handling tips
Build towards these roles
Dog GroomerPet Grooming AssistantMobile Grooming Unit OperatorPet Store AssistantDog Daycare WorkerKennel AttendantAnimal Care AssistantGrooming Salon ReceptionistVeterinary Clinic AssistantSelf-Employed Dog Grooming Business OwnerPet Boarding Worker
The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.
