Diploma in Dog Grooming
Learn Practical Dog Grooming Skills and Understand How to Care for Dogs Properly
The Diploma in Dog Grooming combines two certificates covering dog care and grooming fundamentals. You will learn how to approach grooming safely, care for skin and coat health, and understand the tools and techniques used to groom dogs with confidence.
You will also explore canine biology, breed groups, health considerations, and the basics of running a grooming service, so you understand both the practical side and what is involved in turning the skill into a business.
- ✓ Learn grooming techniques, coat and skin care, and safe handling during grooming
- ✓ Build dog care knowledge including canine biology, nutrition, health disorders, and behaviour
- ✓ Understand breed differences and how grooming needs can vary across coat types
- ✓ Get an introduction to the business side of grooming, including key considerations for offering services
Study 100% online and work through the content at your own pace. Enrol today and start building dog grooming skills you can apply straight away.
Investment: $1,799 + GST, or only $29 per week on a flexible payment plan
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Duration
12 Months Access | ~200 hours
Learning Mode
100% online, study whenever suits you
Unlimited Support
Unlimited support during business hours
Qualification
Industry-accredited Diploma
No Exams
No exams, ever
GAIN AN INDUSTRY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION & EARN MORE
This Diploma is a good fit if:
✓ You want to build practical dog grooming skills in a clear and structured way.
✓ You want to understand dog care, canine biology, behaviour, safe handling, and grooming techniques together.
✓ You are exploring dog grooming as a future direction for work, side income, or personal development.
✓ You want to build confidence in grooming practice while also learning the basics of grooming as a business.
✓ You need flexible online study that fits around work, family, or daily life.
This Diploma is best suited to learners who want to build strong foundations in dog grooming and dog care.
It is ideal for those who want to develop practical understanding across grooming techniques, coat and skin care, safe animal handling, canine wellbeing, and grooming business basics in a clear and structured way.
This Diploma is designed to help you build practical skills and confidence step by step.
What You'll Learn In This Course
Certificate in Caring for Dogs
Certificate in Dog and Pet Grooming
Potential Job Outcomes
Senior Dog Groomer
Pet Salon Manager
Grooming Salon Owner (Startup)
Mobile Grooming Supervisor
Animal Welfare Compliance Officer
Client Services Manager (Grooming)
Training and Development Groomer
Quality Assurance Groomer
Salon Operations Coordinator
Business Development Officer (Grooming)
Curious about how this course could expand your understanding?
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Certificate in Caring for Dogs
Certificate in Dog and Pet Grooming
GET THE ROLES YOU WANT
WHEN YOU WANT THEM
This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market
Industry-Recognised & Accredited
Expand Your Knowledge
Path to Animal Care Careers
Personal Growth
Practical Knowledge
We donate a portion of all course proceeds to the SPCA
The Career Academy (TCA) is a proud SPCA Business Supporter
SPCA helps protect over 33,000 animals in New Zealand every year
TCA donates a portion of all course proceeds to the SPCA, with the funds going towards supporting their mission of helping animals who are sick, injured, abused or vulnerable.
Earn an Industry-Accredited Certificate
Upon successfully completing your course, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. This certificate not only recognises your hard work but also serves as an industry-accredited qualification that will help you stand out in the job market. Whether you’re aiming for a new job or looking to get promoted, this certificate will open doors to better career opportunities.
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You're Ready to Start If...
If this sounds like you, you're ready to get started today.
You're Ready to Start If...
You want to learn professional dog grooming techniques in a clear, step by step way
You want to understand coat and skin care, grooming safety, and how to handle animals during grooming
You want practical knowledge of grooming tools, common techniques, and everyday grooming tasks
You want a stronger understanding of dog care basics, including breeds, behaviour, and health foundations
You want flexible online study with clear structure and realistic expectations, so you can build skills steadily
You Don't Need...
Grooming experience to begin learning
A full grooming salon setup before you start
To be confident handling every dog from day one
To already know breed groups, biology, or coat types
Fixed class times or pressure to rush
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