Study the Dog Grooming Business Pathway online from the comfort of your own home for just $29 per week.
Bonus: Video Tutorials From A Master Groomer + 1-on-1 Business Coach Mentoring.
Certificate in Caring for Dogs
Certificate in Dog and Pet Grooming
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Proud SPCA Business Supporter
This course provider is a proud SPCA Business Supporter and donates a portion of all course proceeds to the SPCA, helping protect over 33,000 animals across New Zealand every year.
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"The information is clearly broken up into digestible sections so not to overwhelm. It is well written (layman's terms) so you don't also need a thesaurus with you. I'm passionate about the dog grooming course and so far, enjoying learning a lot of additional I formation on dogs, such as breeds, care and training, which will all be invaluable."
"Great grooming training experience. Highly satisfied with the course. Professional and friendly training. Best place to learn pet grooming, excellent dog and cat grooming course. I gained real, practical experience. I completed the Dog & Cat Grooming course here and it was a great experience. The trainers were very friendly and explained everything clearly. I got good hands-on practice with real pets, which helped me build confidence. I really appreciate how they teach proper animal care and grooming techniques. I’m very satisfied and would recommend this course to others."
"I am currently doing the diploma in dog grooming and have just submitted my first assignment. The dashboard is so easy to use, there are step by step guides, you can study at your own pace and have access to tutors if needed. I am currently loving this course and the feedback I am getting is relevant and helpful. I love it!"
Do you love dogs and dream of working with them every day? Dog grooming is one of the most flexible ways to build a career around that passion: work in a salon, join a grooming business, or go out on your own with a mobile service that brings the salon to your clients' doors. The Dog Grooming Business Pathway gives you the complete package: professional grooming knowledge and the business skills to turn it into income.
New Zealand is a nation of dog lovers, and grooming is a service built on loyal, repeat clients. Doodles, poodles and long-coated breeds need regular professional grooming, and busy owners are increasingly happy to pay for quality care, especially mobile services that come to them. Many successful groomers run their own businesses, choosing their hours, their clients and their prices.
Designed by industry experts, this pathway takes you from dog care foundations through grooming essentials to launching your own business.
Throughout this pathway, you'll cover:
Caring For Dogs: Build your foundations in canine care, including nutrition, exercise, hygiene and preventative health, plus the ability to recognise signs of poor health, so you can groom safely and spot when something isn't right.
Grooming Essentials & Techniques: Learn the craft of grooming, including basic canine anatomy, the tools and equipment of the trade, safe handling techniques, and how grooming differs across breeds and coat types. You'll also gain access to comprehensive one-to-one video tutorials from an expert groomer, so you can watch, learn and follow real grooming techniques at your own pace.
Start Your Own Grooming Business: Learn how to set up your business properly, from developing your business plan and planning the tools and equipment you'll need, to attracting clients and managing your money. You'll also receive one-to-one mentoring sessions with a business coach to help guide you as you plan your launch.
And your studies help animals in need along the way. With endorsements from organisations like SPCA New Zealand, and The Career Academy donating a portion of all course proceeds to the SPCA as a proud SPCA Business Supporter, your enrolment helps protect animals across New Zealand from the moment you start.
Verify Your Credential With SEEK Pass
When you complete your course you won't just walk away with new skills, you'll walk away with a credential you can prove. Upon completion you'll receive a unique SEEK Pass link to verify your certificate, which you can add straight to your SEEK profile. That means employers can see your credential is genuine the moment they view your application, helping you get noticed faster and stand out in a competitive job market.
95% of graduates from this course provider reported an increased ability to get a new job or promotion upon completing their course. This pathway is your first step towards a career doing what you love, or a grooming business of your very own.
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