Dog Grooming Certificate

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Learn professional dog grooming from breed basics to full grooms — at your own pace, with 1-on-1 mentor support and a grooming kit included with your enrolment.

INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

Recognised by the International Approval and Registration Centre

The IARC is a globally recognised non-profit organisation committed to quality in education – helping graduates gain employment worldwide. Our Professional Photography Certificate carries IARC recognition upon completion.

What You'll Learn

Groom confidently across all major breeds and coat types
Master clipping, scissoring and styling techniques
Perform health checks, nail care and ear cleaning
Handle dogs safely and calmly at every life stage
Price, package and launch your own grooming business
Earn your Certificate of Completion + full unit transcript

Average earnings

Mobile Dog Groomer

$60k–$90k per year

Salon Dog Groomer

$45k–$65k per year

Dog Grooming Business Owner

$80k–$120k+ per year

Pet Care Assistant

$45k–$60k per year

Everything You Need to Get Started

Select enrolment plans include a Professional Dog Grooming Starter Kit valued at $350 — everything you need to start practising your skills from day one. Speak to our team to find out which plans include the kit.

ASSESSMENT & CREDENTIAL

How you are assessed

Assessment is competency-based and completed progressively throughout the course. Each module concludes with a short knowledge quiz designed to assess your understanding of canine anatomy, grooming techniques, coat care, health and safety, and professional grooming practices.

Throughout the course, students complete practical and scenario-based assignments that demonstrate their ability to apply grooming principles, select appropriate techniques, and promote the health and wellbeing of dogs. Assessments are reviewed by an experienced tutor, who provides detailed written feedback and guidance where further improvement is required.

Upon successful completion of all course assessments, students are awarded the Dog Grooming Certificate issued by Careers Collective, together with a comprehensive unit transcript. The certificate is endorsed by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), recognising that the course meets internationally recognised vocational education standards.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Open to all students

No specific entry requirements are needed to enrol in the Dog Grooming Certificate. This course is ideal for aspiring dog groomers, pet owners, animal care professionals, and anyone interested in developing practical grooming skills and canine care knowledge. No previous qualifications or grooming experience are required to begin.

Students should be at least 16 years of age and have a working level of English language proficiency sufficient to complete written coursework and communicate with their tutor. A reliable computer and internet connection is required to access the online learning platform. The course is delivered entirely online, allowing students to study at their own pace.

Course Modules

6 modules. A skilled groomer by the end.

01

Camera fundamentals & exposure triangle

Master the essentials of canine health — from ear, eye and dental checks to identifying skin conditions and knowing when to refer to a vet.

02

Bathing and cleaning

Learn professional bathing techniques across different coat types, ear cleaning, nail clipping and minimising stress for the dog throughout.

03

Coat drying, scissoring and styling

Develop your scissor techniques, drying methods and personalised styling skills to meet breed standards and owner expectations.

04

Poodle and curly coat styling

Master the unique challenges of curly and poodle coats — from puppy cuts to full scissor work, cord transformation and shaping.

05

Terrier grooming

Learn breed-specific techniques for terriers including head shaping, leg and feet styling, tail grooming and working with crosses.

06

Exploring breed diversity

Build confidence across all major breed groups — toy breeds, gundogs, snow breeds, spaniels and more — with coat-specific techniques for each.

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Modules

Specialist Learning Areas

The Dog Grooming Certificate provides students with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely groom and care for dogs of different breeds and coat types. Throughout the course, students will explore the following specialist learning areas:

Canine Anatomy & Coat Types

Learn the basics of canine anatomy, skin health, coat structures, and how different breeds require specific grooming techniques.

Grooming Tools & Equipment

Become familiar with professional grooming tools, including brushes, combs, clippers, scissors, dryers, and maintenance of grooming equipment.

Bathing & Drying Techniques

Develop an understanding of proper bathing procedures, coat conditioning, drying methods, and selecting suitable grooming products for different coat types.

Clipping, Trimming & Styling

Learn essential clipping, trimming, and styling techniques while understanding breed-specific grooming standards and safe handling practices.

Health, Hygiene & Safety

Recognise common skin conditions, parasites, ear and eye care needs, nail trimming procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements.

Dog Behaviour & Handling

Understand canine behaviour, body language, stress management, and safe restraint techniques to ensure a positive grooming experience.

Course overview

Payment options

This course can be paid off through an interest free payment plan for $25 per week. It also qualifies for a discount for upfront payments.

Course duration

This course is made up of 6 in-depth modules. The amount of study time required to complete this course is approximately 200 hours of study. There is an option to add on additional modules from this program to suit your needs.

Tutor support

You are studying online – but you are not studying alone. Our tutor support service comes with all of our courses and is available to you 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Certification

A Certificate of attainment will be issued upon completion of your course.

Your Investment

Pay Weekly

From $25/week

Interest-free. Total cost $1,950.

Pay Upfront Save 20%

$1,560

One-time payment. Save $390.

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