The qualification is designed for candidates who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish a selection of dog breeds, understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon and gain an understanding of heath checking, handling and canine behaviour. The qualification is a combination of practical and theory teaching. 

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LDGA are proud to have developed this NEW qualification in the Animal Care and Veterinary Science sector. Candidates will groom at least 10 dogs to include a minimum of 5 different breeds, covering 4 different coat types.  There are no prerequisites to starting the qualification, meaning candidates can join at level 3 without having completed a lower-level (level 2) course first.

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Candidates will be trained in practical skills such as prepping, bathing, scissoring, clipping, styling and nail trimming on a selection of dog breeds.

Units included within this qualification are:

• 301: Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment 

• 302: Promote the Welfare of Dogs conforming with Relevant Legislation

• 304: Assess and Plan Dog Grooming Styles and Maintenance of Equipment

• 305: Health Checking, Handling and Canine Behaviour

• 317: Prepare, Style and Finish a Selection of Dog Breeds

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Notably, candidates are continually assessed through practical demonstrations and coursework. There is no requirement to sit a formal exam to achieve the qualification. iPET Network designed the qualification to have an excellent balance of theoretical and practical learning. Feedback suggests that this qualification takes the pressure out of adult learning, and this approach appeals to a wide range of candidates. LDGA are striving to improve industry standards by ensuring candidates gain the required qualification and become confident and competent in dog grooming.

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The iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling will demonstrate to an employer and the general public that candidates understand the core principles of Dog Grooming and have been introduced to styling techniques.  Candidates will leave with a foundation of knowledge to continue learning or working in the Dog Grooming Industry.

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It has been designed specifically for those looking to start the journey in Dog Grooming or those who already groom dogs (as a hobby) but would like to gain a nationally recognised qualification. 

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iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling - Qualification Specification

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The units and evidence completed as part of the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling can be recognised as prior learning should a candidate want to progress and complete the iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management qualification.