Dog Grooming
Level 3 City & Guilds
The course will help you become a dog groomer or build on an existing career in the industry with focuses on the principles and practices of modern dog grooming techniques.
The Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge required for working as a Professional Dog Groomer. There are many opportunities available on completion of the course. Some examples may include becoming self-employed or working for a business or franchise.
Topics covered within the qualification include mandatory modules such as:
- Health and safety, legislation and codes of practice for the dog grooming industry
- Styling and finishing a dog
- Health checking and handing a dog in a dog grooming environment
- Customer service and record keeping in a dog grooming environment
The assessment methods for this qualification will include a written examination and a practical assignment.
Course details
Dates & Location |
We will be releasing the dates for the new 23/24 Part Time Programme in the coming weeks for a August/September start. If you wish to receive the latest dates regarding this course when they are released then please click on this link and register your interest. September - 2023 |
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Duration |
1 day a week for 40 weeks 2 days a week for 14 weeks 9.15 - 16.15 Please note our courses do not run during half terms and school holidays. |
Costs |
£3,417 (You will need to purchase a Dog Grooming Kit to use for this course. Please contact the Enquiries Team for more details on enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk ) |
Entry Requirements
- The City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming for individuals that have passed the City &Guilds Level 2 Dog Grooming Assistant.
- Minimum age of 18

Dog Grooming Parlour
Professional Grooming Service led by our expert team and trainees.
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