Courses from 1-16 days does not result in a qualification but a certificate will be issued on completion of a course.
To obtain the 'City & Guilds' NPTC Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming Qualification, you need to
complete the 20 day training course.
To obtain the 'City & Guilds' NPTC Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming Qualification, you need to
complete the 20 day training course.
Days 1 to 4 These days are the most important, you
will learn all the preparation work from grooming out,
bathing and drying to nail and ear care. You will also
learn about the different breeds and coat types and the
various techniques required to achieve a well prepared
dog. You will be shown and use the different tools,
equipment required, and about the various shampoos
and conditioners and how best to select the correct one.
You will be taught how to handle the dog correctly and
at the same time, start to build your knowledge of the
many breeds that a groomer has to deal with.
Days 5 to 8 As the most important part of the
grooming process, you will continue with both bathing
and drying but you will also be shown about nail and
ear care as well as identifying health problems that
should be reported to the owner.
You will begin to handle clippers and various types of
scissors, and be shown the correct techniques for using
them to allow for a safe grooming experience for both
you and the dog. During this time you will be gaining
valuable handling experience. Good techniques learned
and practiced at this stage are the basis of a good
groomer.
Days 9 to 12 You will be expected by this stage to be
able to successfully bath and dry your own dog in
preparation of your trimming work. Your confidence will
be building and you will be begin to feel much more
comfortable with the grooming equipment and the
handling of the dogs. You will continue to add to your
knowledge of breeds as well as begin to style and shape
the most popular ones.
Days 13 to 16 Now all the work and learning of the
past 12 days will be brought together and you will be
completing dogs with little or no supervision. You will be
encouraged to make your own decisions in assessing
the dog and the work required which will include
shampoo and conditioner choice, tools and methods
used to complete the trim of the dog.
During these last days you will be assessed on all the
stages of grooming that you have been taught
throughout the course.
will learn all the preparation work from grooming out,
bathing and drying to nail and ear care. You will also
learn about the different breeds and coat types and the
various techniques required to achieve a well prepared
dog. You will be shown and use the different tools,
equipment required, and about the various shampoos
and conditioners and how best to select the correct one.
You will be taught how to handle the dog correctly and
at the same time, start to build your knowledge of the
many breeds that a groomer has to deal with.
Days 5 to 8 As the most important part of the
grooming process, you will continue with both bathing
and drying but you will also be shown about nail and
ear care as well as identifying health problems that
should be reported to the owner.
You will begin to handle clippers and various types of
scissors, and be shown the correct techniques for using
them to allow for a safe grooming experience for both
you and the dog. During this time you will be gaining
valuable handling experience. Good techniques learned
and practiced at this stage are the basis of a good
groomer.
Days 9 to 12 You will be expected by this stage to be
able to successfully bath and dry your own dog in
preparation of your trimming work. Your confidence will
be building and you will be begin to feel much more
comfortable with the grooming equipment and the
handling of the dogs. You will continue to add to your
knowledge of breeds as well as begin to style and shape
the most popular ones.
Days 13 to 16 Now all the work and learning of the
past 12 days will be brought together and you will be
completing dogs with little or no supervision. You will be
encouraged to make your own decisions in assessing
the dog and the work required which will include
shampoo and conditioner choice, tools and methods
used to complete the trim of the dog.
During these last days you will be assessed on all the
stages of grooming that you have been taught
throughout the course.
One Day Taster If you are undecided as to whether
taster will give you more of an idea. It provides hands
on experience with bathing and drying and allows you
to watch the experts at work. It also enables you to
discuss any concerns and indecisions with the people
who know.
One Full Day Course The day course is the same
as the half day course only more in-depth . It is also
ideal for taking a mock City & Guilds Exam, preparing
for the Advanced Exam or covering competition work.
4 Day Course This course covers a selection of
chosen breeds and is for the more experienced
groomer who wants to update styles and techniques or
who simply need to gain more experience and
confidence.
taster will give you more of an idea. It provides hands
on experience with bathing and drying and allows you
to watch the experts at work. It also enables you to
discuss any concerns and indecisions with the people
who know.
One Full Day Course The day course is the same
as the half day course only more in-depth . It is also
ideal for taking a mock City & Guilds Exam, preparing
for the Advanced Exam or covering competition work.
4 Day Course This course covers a selection of
chosen breeds and is for the more experienced
groomer who wants to update styles and techniques or
who simply need to gain more experience and
confidence.
One Half Day Course This is
suitable for the dog owner who
wants to learn individual techniques
for looking after their own pet such
as bathing or keeping a knot free
coat. It is also suitable for the
experienced groomer who wants to
concentrate on one particular breed
or style.
suitable for the dog owner who
wants to learn individual techniques
for looking after their own pet such
as bathing or keeping a knot free
coat. It is also suitable for the
experienced groomer who wants to
concentrate on one particular breed
or style.
A Starter kit is provided the beginning of the second 4 days for those taking the 16 & 20 day course. This consists of:
A Handout Folder will also be supplied at the end of the first 4 days. This contains all the information you will need to
help you during and after your time at Look North.
Training Hours Tuesday to Friday 9am - 4pm
An Answer Machine will record any messages left should you only be able to contact us out of hours. Your call will be
returned as soon as possible on the next working day.
- 1 pair of Kenchi finishing scissors
- Foot scissors
- 1 pair Kenchi thinning scissors
- Moer switchblade electric clipper (with #10 blade)
- Whal blades - 5F, 7F, 3F and 30
- Comb
- Ear Forceps
- Nail clippers
- Les pooch brush
A Handout Folder will also be supplied at the end of the first 4 days. This contains all the information you will need to
help you during and after your time at Look North.
Training Hours Tuesday to Friday 9am - 4pm
An Answer Machine will record any messages left should you only be able to contact us out of hours. Your call will be
returned as soon as possible on the next working day.
| For more information on the courses and prices contact: Joanne or Zoe Tel: 01535 661776 Email: enquiries@looknorth.net |
16 Day Course Everyone works and learns at a
different pace and each student may have different or
hinder their learning so bearing in mind we try to fit the
following programme into each individual student
requirements and expectations.
Please note that this course can be split, if required,
over a maximum period of 3 months.
different pace and each student may have different or
hinder their learning so bearing in mind we try to fit the
following programme into each individual student
requirements and expectations.
Please note that this course can be split, if required,
over a maximum period of 3 months.
20 Day Course - includes the Level 3 Introductory
qualification
This is per the 16 day course shown above but with
more detail to styling plus completing the City & Guilds
NPTC practical assessments. These will all be carried
out in the final 4 days. Please see the qualification
section for more details.
qualification
This is per the 16 day course shown above but with
more detail to styling plus completing the City & Guilds
NPTC practical assessments. These will all be carried
out in the final 4 days. Please see the qualification
section for more details.
| There is no age limit for any of the training courses and no previous experience is required for the 16/20 day courses |
| Training Courses |
Training takes place in a training room within a working salon, it enables you to experience the busy hustle and bustle
of everyday as well as being in an area to concentrate on your training.
You will mix with all the staff which allows you to get a feel for the profession you may be about to undertake.
of everyday as well as being in an area to concentrate on your training.
You will mix with all the staff which allows you to get a feel for the profession you may be about to undertake.
Specialising in style and shape we cover a variety of breeds to allow an insight into the demands of a groomer.
With a maximum of 4 students we offer the highest standard of training with 2 award winning professional groomers.
With a maximum of 4 students we offer the highest standard of training with 2 award winning professional groomers.
When choosing a training school make sure you consider these 10 points. (There are allot of schools out there that
are not qualified or experienced in teaching grooming).
are not qualified or experienced in teaching grooming).
- Qualifications or industry decorations of the tutors
- Is the school registered with an industry body?
- What will you actually be able to do at the end of your course?
- Can you achieve an industry recognised qualification?
- Look for a one to five student/teacher ratio or less
- Does the course follow a structured syllabus?
- By whom is the course recommended?
- What is the working environment like?
- When was the course information last updated?
- Do the tutors continue their professional development, updating and learning to modern techniques?
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