Dog Grooming Diploma
Module Lesson Breakdown
Our dog grooming courses have been meticulously crafted in consultation with professionals in the industry. Even though there isn't a specific mandatory qualification for this profession, it's essential that anyone selling their services as a groomer should undergo professional training. The development of our courses stems from this critical need to ensure that groomers are properly trained and equipped to deliver high-quality services. Ensuring the safety of both the groomer and the animals in their care.
You will master the art of grooming all dog breeds by focusing on four essential skills: shaping the head, body, legs/feet, and tail. Through a comprehensive approach, you will gain a deep understanding of each dog's unique shape, encompassing breed standards, coat type, anatomy, and lifestyle. By adeptly combining and matching grooming techniques, you will tailor your approach to suit each individual dog, ensuring a well-rounded and effective grooming proficiency.
How this Qualification is Assessed?
What sets us apart is our commitment to hands-on support and assessment throughout the learning journey. Our written assessments are not automated; each one is carefully reviewed by your certified dog grooming mentor Hannah. As a professional groomer herself, Hannah provides personalised feedback and is always there to offer support and guidance throughout your learning journey.
Consider these sample assessment questions:
- Describe the three types of canine eyebrows used on dogs with rectangular faces?
- How do you appropriately prepare a double-coated, heavily shedding dog for a bath?
- Can you identify the blending points and head shape specific to a Bichon Frise?
These questions exemplify the level of detail and practical knowledge our course imparts, ensuring that by graduation, students can confidently apply grooming skills tailored to the unique characteristics of each dog they encounter.
- Professional Pathways in Dog Grooming
- Grooming Image, uniform and Presentation
- Essential Tools in Your Grooming Kit
- Choosing the Right Grooming Table
- Creating an Effective Bathing and Drying Zone
- Shedding aids, brushes and combs
- Commercial dryers and blasters
- First Aid
- Understanding Different Blade Sizes
- Shampoo, conditioner and doedorants
- Comprehensive Equipment Checklist
Additional Resources:
Blade Size Chart: A handy reference for understanding different blade sizes.
Equipment Checklist: A detailed checklist to ensure you have all the essential tools.
Scissors Reference Guide: An informative guide on selecting and using grooming scissors.
Revision Quiz: Test your knowledge and reinforce key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply what you've learned with a hands-on grooming task.
- Evolutionary Influences: Natural and Artificial Selection
- Breed Insight Essentials: ANKC Breed Groups
- Grooming Perspectives: Understanding Breed Groups
- Balancing Nature and Nurture in Dog Behavior
- Decoding Canine Signals: Body Language Insights
- Skillful Training on the Grooming Table
- Effective Canine Communication Techniques
- Theories in Dog Training: Principles and Techniques
- Handling Aggressive or Fearful Dogs Safely
- First Aid for Burns, Scalds, and Cuts
Additional Resources:
The Five Freedoms Poster: Visualize and understand the principles of animal welfare to uphold the five freedoms.
Revision Quiz: Test your knowledge and reinforce key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply what you've learned with a hands-on grooming task.
- Understanding Canine Anatomy: Muscles and Head Structure
- Delving into Parasites, Zoonosis, and the Canine Immune System
- Disease Awareness in Canines: Identification and Prevention
- Exploring Infectious Diseases and the Importance of Vaccination
- Navigating Skin Disorders and Allergies in Dogs
- Muscle Groups: An In-Depth Exploration
- Maintaining a Clean and Disinfected Grooming Space
- Addressing Lumps, Bumps, and Warts in Canines
Additional Resources:
Muscle Groups Print Out: Visual aid for better understanding canine muscle anatomy.
Topographical Anatomy Diagram: A detailed diagram to enhance your knowledge of canine anatomy.
Canine Disease Chart: Comprehensive information on common canine diseases and disorders.
Revision Quiz: Test your knowledge and reinforce key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply what you've learned with a hands-on grooming task.
- Fundamental Health Assessment
- Ready for the Bath: Pre-Grooming Steps
- Focusing on Head Shape Perfection
- Strategic Grooming Preparations
- Thorough Ear Cleaning Techniques
- Mastering Nail Clipping and Tipping
- Precision in Teeth Cleaning Procedures
- Skillful Pad Trimming Methods
- Tailoring Health Assessments to Each Dog
- Addressing Dental Health Challenges
- Thoughtful Care for Anal and Genital Areas
- Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Bathing
Additional Resource:
Individual Dog Health Assessment Template: An invaluable tool for use in your salon when evaluating a dog for grooming, ensuring comprehensive and tailored care.
Revision Quiz: Test your knowledge and reinforce key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply what you've learned with a hands-on grooming task.
- Crafting Your Grooming Style: Understanding Owner Expectations and Needs
- Navigating Coat Types and Behaviour for Optimal Styling
- Unveiling Canine DNA: Exploring Genetic Influences
- Shaping Your Unique Grooming Style
- Artistry in Grooming Mixed Breeds
- Mastering Drying Techniques
- Perfecting the Art of Fluff Drying
- Precision in Scissoring Techniques
- Proficiency in Clipper Handling
Additional Resources:
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
- Mastering the Groomer's Perspective: Observational Skills
- Varieties in Head Shapes: Spherical, Egg, and Rectangular
- Understanding Diverse Body Shapes for Professional Styling
- Artistry in Eyebrow and Beard Styling Techniques
- Perfecting the Topknot: A Focal Point in Styling
- Tail and Feet Styling: Enhancing the Overall Look
- The Art of Hand Stripping and Carding
- Hygiene Clipping: Maintaining a Clean and Groomed Appearance
- Hands-On Application: Practical Styling and Clipping
- Catering to Dogs with Specific Styling Needs
- Nurturing Young Pups: The Art of Puppy Grooming
- Fine-Tuning Techniques in Hand Stripping
Additional Resources:
Cavoodle Head Video Tutorial with Hannah Grice: A visual guide to enhance your understanding.
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
- Artistry Unveiled: Mastering Poodle and Show Styling
- Exploring the Intricacies of the Poodle Coat
- Nurturing Elegance: The Corded Coat Approach
- Showstopper Poodle Presentation: A Grooming Showcase
- Tending to Poodle Puppies: Early Styling Lessons
- Stept to Create The Perfect Poodle Pet Clip
- Fluff or Curl: Navigating Grooming for Different Coat Textures
- The Fluff Drying Process: Elevating the Final Look
- Precision in Poodle Facial Styling and Topknot Design
- Health Check and Pre-Work Protocols for Poodles
- Versatility in Grooming Poodle Cross Breeds
- Coat Preparation Mastery: Setting the Stage
- Elaborate Styling Techniques Unveiled
- Sculpting the Spherical Poodle Head
Additional Resources:
The Poodle TopKnot Video Tutorial with Hannah Grice: Visual demonstartion to create the perfect topknot.
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
- Mastering Precision Grooming for Terrier Breeds
- Simplifying Styling for Terriers: A Comprehensive Approach
- Tailored Techniques for Short and Long-Haired Terriers
- Grooming Terrier Crosses
- Precision in Styling the Terrier Body and Head
- Catering the Groom to the Dogs Shape, Anatomy and Lifetyle;
- Airedale
- Australian Terrier
- Silky Australian
- Bedlington
- Border
- Cairn
- Dandle Dinmont
- Irish
- Kerry Blue
- Schnauzer
- Yorkshire Terrier
Additional Resources:
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
- Grooming Drop Coats
- Tailored Grooming Approaches for Toy Breeds
- Natural Coat Toy Breeds
- Precision Grooming for Gundogs
- Showcasing Elegance in Setter Grooming
- Short and Long-Haired Breeds: A Comprehensive Grooming Guide
- Navigating Grooming Challenges in Long and Thick Coats
- Hound Grooming
- Mastering Double Coats
- Grooming Short-Haired and Wire Coats
- Grooming Double and Thick Coats
- Havanese
- Maltese
- Retrievers
- Setters
- Spaniels
- Snow breeds and Spitz
Additional Resources:
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
- Elevating Customer Service in Your Grooming Business
- Professionalism and Customer Relations
- Effective Communication Strategies for Client Engagement
- Mastering Active Listening Skills in Customer Interactions
- Telephone Etiquette
- The Art of Thoughtful Questioning for Dog Owners
- Nurturing the Canine-Human Relationship
- Confidence-Building Techniques for Positive Customer Experiences
- Creating Customer Loyalty
- Expanding Your Grooming Clientele
- Ethical Appeal: Aligning Business Practices with Values
- Rewarding Customer Loyalty
- Managing Challenging Interactions with Difficult Customers
- Developing Assertiveness for Effective Customer Service
Additional Resources:
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
- Launching Your Grooming Venture
- Mobile Grooming Business Setup
- Franchise Explorations
- Home-Based Grooming Guide
- Salon Setup Essentials
- Business Set-Up Checklists
- Effective Record-Keeping
- Data Protection Measures
- Seamless Payment Handling
- Financial Management Tips
- Health and Safety Priorities
- Insurance Selection for Your Grooming Business
Additional Resources:
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
- Your Dog Grooming Business Identity
- Choosing Your Slogan
- What is Your Business Definition
- Drafting a Comprehensive Business Plan
- Strategic Income Projection Development
- Market Research Essentials
- Online Presence: Marketing and SEO Tactics
- Leveraging Social Media for Business Success
- Effective Marketing Materials Creation
- Creating a Website
- Blogging for Business Visibility
- Service-Oriented Marketing Techniques
- Professional Growth and Development
Additional Resources:
Business Plan Template: A comprehensive guide and template to help you articulate your business goals, target market, marketing strategies, financial projections, and operational plan.
Income Projection Template: Use this tool to project income, identify key performance indicators, and maintain financial clarity as you navigate the dynamic landscape of the grooming industry.
Revision Quiz: Test your understanding and solidify key concepts.
Practical Task: Apply newfound knowledge through hands-on grooming exercises.
