Dog Grooming Courses

Dogs Delight was established and is owned by Julie Lalou, who is a City & Guilds 7750/3 qualified professional groomer and is working towards obtaining the City and Guilds 7303 in teaching.

We are a Satellite PCT City & Guilds Dog grooming training Centre which means we will shortly be offering the PCT City & Guilds 7750 - 02 Intermediate.

Under expert guidance, you can explore the various skills required for grooming dogs whether for a future professional career, or just simply for the pleasure and satisfaction.

A relaxed and comfortable learning environment is encouraged, where students feel free to ask questions as they learn.

The training concentrates on a very much hands on approach, where students are encouraged to work and learn at their own pace.

We offer four different courses:

One paw course

Duration:

1 day (10.30-15.30)
(pet owner or 1-day trial)

Course Prices:

£150

A course specially designed for pet owners to learn to groom their own breed or to enable students considering the longer courses to get a feel for the work and a greater understanding of grooming before entering into a commitment.

For pet owners this will enable them to leave with the confidence to groom their pets. For students, although the limitation of just one-day imposes a restriction on the depth of tuition, they will carry out enough practical work, under professional instruction, to get a fair idea of the involvement needed.

All overalls and equipment supplied.
All students will receive handouts and before and after pictures.

Two paw course

Duration:

6 days, Mon - Sat, 10:30-16.00

Course Prices:

£1000

This course will enable students to cover the basics of grooming with plenty of practical involvement, whilst also participating in the day-to-day running of a busy grooming parlour.

Each enrolled "2 Paw" Course student will receive the " personal equipment pack " which includes a comprehensive array of professional grooming tools and other items (see below) considered essential to the Course tuition. Students are encouraged to use the equipment supplied in their packs; all other equipment is available in the grooming parlour.

Tuition covers the handling of dogs correctly and safely, how to brush out and de-matt the coat, and which tools to use. Bathing, shampoo selection and drying techniques are covered. Ear cleaning, nail clipping and teeth cleaning are covered in full. Students are also taught to recognise health problems.

Hands-on experience of clipping, scissoring, hand stripping and styling is provided on a selection of the different breeds frequently visiting the salon, all of these are covered by observations, practical, hands on experience, and handouts.

Three paw course

Duration:

20 days, 10.30-16.00

Course Prices:

£3000

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in grooming whether it be working for someone else in a busy grooming parlour, mobile, in their own home or even for established groomers seeking to update their knowledge and grooming techniques. This course provides the basic and general knowledge required and offers the student a wide range of practical experience with a variety of breeds.

Each enrolled student will receive a personal equipment pack which includes a comprehensive array of professional grooming tools and other items considered essential to the Course tuition. Students are encouraged to use the equipment supplied in their packs; all other equipment is available in the grooming parlour. There is a certificate of attendance issued on completion.

The course is structured to include the safe handling of dogs, how to brush out and de-mat, and the selection and use of tools. Students are taught to recognise signs of internal and external parasites and observe the early indications of ill health. Bathing procedure, selecting the correct shampoo, and various drying procedures are taught. Tuition is given in cleaning ears, cutting nails and how to express anal glands.

The use of clippers and hands-on experience of clipping, scissoring and styling of various breeds as well as cross breeds.

Cleaning, sterilising and the maintenance of equipment are all dealt with in considerable depth. First aid for animals is covered, e.g. heat stroke, burns, scalds, fits, stings, heart attack, shock, haemorrhages and wounds. Information on major dog diseases, their control, and how to prevent disease spreading through the grooming parlour, form part of the course curriculum.

Aspects of customer relationship, matters of health and safety, instruction on cleanliness in the grooming parlour and how to handle difficult dogs are other important subjects covered.

Students will receive a variety of handouts as well as before and after pictures of all the dogs they groom.

City & Guilds Courses

(now available)

For those who wish to achieve a nationally recognised City & Guilds Qualification add on one of the following courses:

Course Type:

• Level 2 Certificate
  Dog Grooming Assistants (7763 -02)
• Level 3 Certificate
  Introductory Dog Grooming (7763-03)

Course Prices:

£500

Level 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants (7763 -02)

The qualification includes the following modules:

• 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
• Carry out reception duties
• Handle payments from clients
• Welcome, receive and care for visitors
• Move animals between locations
• Maintain the cleanliness and bio security of the animal care working environment

Assessment

The qualification is assessed on evidence resulting from practical assessments and written short answer assessments and an online electronic multiple choice examination. All are carried out at our salon during your course.

Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming (7763-03)

This qualification includes the following modules:

• Carry out styling and finishing of dogs
• Assessment and planning dog grooming work
• Promote and maintain the health and wellbeing of animals
• Health checking a dog by a dog groomer
• Welcome, receive and care for visitors
• Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security
• Moving animals between locations

Assessment

The qualification is assessed on evidence resulting from practical assessments and written short answer assessments. Both are carried out at our salon during your course.

Both qualifications can be taken during the 20day course or as an independent 2 day assessment for students who already have experience in Grooming. Once completed a certificate from City and Guilds/NPTC will be awarded.

Students will be expected to use these personal items when on the Course. All other items of equipment necessary are available in the grooming parlour.

For all of the courses students will be given a folder of notes relating to the course and are encouraged to make notes throughout the course. A range of informative handouts will be issued to each student, and access to our library of useful reference books is available throughout the duration of the course. Digital photography facilities are available for those who wish to record aspects of their work for future reference.

It is recommended that students wishing to take the three or four paw courses come for a one day trial to ensure they wish to commit to a longer course.

The One paw course is payable in advance and the for the longer courses, a 10% deposit will be required to ensure that your place is reserved for you. The remaining cost of your course is payable 10 working days prior to the start date.

For further information on our courses or if you would like to book a place please contact Julie at Dogs Delight on 0208 995 4040.

For more dog grooming courses and information please visit or main dog grooming courses website at Delights Grooming Courses.

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