Dog Grooming Assistants – Level 2 Certificate (City & Guilds)
Bicton College - 24 February 2025
Bicton College - 24 February 2025
Level 2 Levels Explained
13 weeks
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Part-time
Dog Grooming Assistants – Level 2 Certificate (City & Guilds)
You will gain the practical skills and knowledge that are important for working as a Dog Grooming Assistant.
Practical sections include Washing, drying, clipping, coat management skills and interacting with customers.
Theory section includes knowing some legislation, risk assessments, being able to identify certain Ecto and endo parasites.
On completing the course, you could go on to work for a business or franchise, and it could be based in a salon or a mobile unit. You could also progress to further learning and training in this area, to be a Dog Groomer and onto 7863-03 Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming
What you will learn
• 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 behavior of dogs
• Theory sessions will be held Mondays 13:30-16:30
Assessment
5 Practical Assessments which include, washing, drying, nail clipping, ear cleaning, clipping a wool mix coat, and trim a natural finish on a silky coat. There are some question and answer sections, and finally a multiple choice test (1 and half hours)
Progression
Once you have successfully completed this qualification, you could go on to study Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming (7863-03).
Bicton College
Bicton College is based in East Devon, near Exeter, and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from the Jurassic Coast. The historic Georgian mansion, commercial farm, animal husbandry school, modern veterinary nursing building, world-class engineering and heavy plant machinery workshop, walled garden and arboretum are all set in over 200 hectares of historic parkland.
• 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 behavior of dogs
• Theory sessions will be held Mondays 13:30-16:30
Bicton College
Bicton College is based in East Devon, near Exeter, and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from the Jurassic Coast. The historic Georgian mansion, commercial farm, animal husbandry school, modern veterinary nursing building, world-class engineering and heavy plant machinery workshop, walled garden and arboretum are all set in over 200 hectares of historic parkland.
Case studies
Anna had her confidence knocked when she didn't get the A Level results she needed for veterinary school. But this didn't stop her pursuing her dream career - she enrolled on the FdSc Animal Health and Management at Bicton College and went on to gain a first class BSc (Hons) in Animal Science and an MSc in Veterinary Epidemiology.
"I'm now working as a Senior Research Associate for a University in Hong Kong, my research focuses on injuries in racehorses at the Hong Kong Jockey Club. I love that I am at the forefront of equine epidemiology and my research makes a real difference to the racehorses here.
The FdSc is a great course if you are undecided on your future career because it keeps all your doors open, and through assignments and research projects, you are able to sculpt your degree to the animals and industries you're most interested in. Additionally, keep saying yes to every opportunity because you have no idea where you'll end up!"
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Dates & Locations
- Location - Bicton College
- Start Date - 24 February 2025
- Day/Time - Tuesday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Tuition Fees: Tuition Fees: £623.00*
*Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
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For 24 February 2025 start date
- Location - Bicton College
- Start Date - 24 February 2025
- Day/Time - Wednesday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Tuition Fees: Tuition Fees: £623.00*
*Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
MORE INFORMATION ON FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Information for School Leavers
Information for ages 19+ -
Apply Now
For 24 February 2025 start date
Course Code 10412-BIC-24, 10413-BIC-24
Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
Courses listed on this website are indicative of the subject, nature and level of study. The College reserves the right to alter specific qualifications titles, awarding bodies and levels of qualification, which can change in year. Any cost may also vary, based on personal funding eligibility. The Cornwall College Group reserves the right to withdraw any course listed at any time.
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