Diploma in Dog Grooming
Animal Care
A course by
The Career Academy
Develop industry-ready dog grooming and animal care skills online. Learn practical grooming techniques, dog care, and foundational business basics in a flexible, tutor-supported programme. Accredited by key animal care industry bodies.
NZ$2,069
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Gain practical dog grooming skills
Learn foundational grooming techniques, safe handling, and care for skin and coat health.
Understand dog care fundamentals
Develop knowledge in canine biology, nutrition, behaviour, health disorders, and breed differences.
About This Course
The Diploma in Dog Grooming combines two certificates focused on dog care and dog grooming fundamentals, providing learners with industry-recognised qualifications. You will gain practical skills in dog grooming, skin and coat health, safe handling, canine biology, and essential business considerations for running a grooming service. This 100% online course is self-paced and includes tutor support, covering both the practical and theoretical foundations needed to work confidently in dog grooming or to start your own business in the animal care industry.
Course Content
- Introduction to Dog Care
- Canine Biology
- Dog Health – Nutrition
- Dog Health – Disorders
- Exploring Dog Breeds
- Responsible Dog Breeding
- Dog Behaviour and Training
- Grooming Dogs
- Other Dog Services
- 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
Build towards these roles
Dog GroomerSenior Dog GroomerPet Salon ManagerGrooming Salon OwnerMobile Grooming SupervisorAnimal Welfare Compliance OfficerClient Services ManagerVeterinary AssistantAnimal Shelter 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.
