Students
NPTC ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN DOG GROOMING
Resources
- New multi-million pound animal management, veterinary nursing and dog grooming facility (opening Spring 2009)
- Specialist rooms for aquatics, reptiles, invertebrates and small mammals
- Extensive paddock facilities housing a range of grazing animals
- 6 bay, custom built aviaries for exotic birds
- Commercial dog grooming parlour
- Fully equipped veterinary examination room
Typical Employers
Animal rescue centres, animal charities, zoos and wildlife parks, as well as educational institutions and retail outlets.
Industry Links
Students benefit from a wide range of contacts such as local zoos, wildlife parks and rare breeds centres together with veterinary practices, pet shops, kennels, groomers and rescue operations such as Battersea Dogs Home.
This course is the lead qualification in the industry. for groomers who are proficient at preparing dogs for styling. It covers all aspects of the bathing, grooming and styling of dogs as well as general care and common ailments, dog handling control and emergency care. You will be examined on 3 practical units covering 3 styled breeds and will also sit a theory examination.
Entry Requirements At least 1 years' experience in the industry and a satisfactory score in the skills test.
Location
Hadlow
Start Date Daytime: Friday 25th September 2009, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Course Duration
1 year.
Assessment Method
Students will be examined on 3 practical units covering 3 style breeds, and also sit a theory examination set by the Awarding Body.
Registration Fee £250
Tuition Fee £1,100