Bark ‘n’ Bathe is proud to offer iPET Network approved training courses and qualifications.
With two training courses to choose from, there’s an option to suit beginners looking to enhance their skills and explore salon management.
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling
COURSE LENGTH - 15 DAYS
This 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.
iPET Network are proud to have developed this 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 pre-requisites to starting the qualification, meaning candidates can join at level 3 without having completed a lower level (level 2) course first.
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
Uniquely, candidates are continually assessed via practical demonstration and coursework. There is no requirement to sit a formal exam to achieve this qualification.
The iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling will demonstrate to an employer, or the 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 base to continue learning or working in the dog grooming industry.
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.
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. The candidate would need to complete additional hours at a Training Provider and complete the following additional units.
303: Customer Care and Managing Complaints
307: Canine Emergency First Aid
308: Planning the Operation of a Small Canine Business
306: Prepare, Style and Finish a Range of Dog Breeds
iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management
COURSE LENGTH - 30 DAYS
This qualification is designed for candidates who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish a range of dog breeds, understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon, practice business management and gain skills in canine emergency first aid. The qualification consists of both practical and theory work.
Candidates will groom at least 20 dogs to include a minimum of 10 different breeds, covering 6 different coat types but often many more. There are no pre-requisites to starting the qualification, meaning candidates can join at level 3 without having completed a lower level (level 2) course first which can be a huge cost saving to candidates.
Candidates will be trained in practical skills such as prepping, bathing, scissoring, clipping, styling and nail trimming on a variety 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
303: Customer Care and Managing Complaints
304: Assess and Plan Dog Grooming Styles and Maintenance of Equipment
305: Health Checking, Handling and Canine Behaviour
306: Prepare, Style and Finish a range of Dog Breeds
307: Canine Emergency First Aid
308: Planning the Operation of a Small Canine Business
Uniquely, candidates are continually assessed via practical demonstration and coursework. There is no requirement to sit a formal exam to achieve this qualification. This holistic approach has been welcomed by candidates to our Training Provider from across the UK, Ireland and Internationally. 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. Our Training Providers strive to improve industry standards by ensuring Candidates walk out fully qualified, confident and competent in dog grooming.
The iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management will demonstrate to an employer, or the public, that candidates have the necessary technical skills and knowledge to successfully groom a range of dog breeds. This is a formal, regulated, nationally recognised qualification that will remain relevant throughout the candidates career and can only be achieved by reaching the required skill level. It has been designed specifically for those looking to become professional dog groomers, or those who already groom dogs (as a hobby or career), but do not currently hold a nationally recognised qualification. This approach and elements are unique to our course syllabus making the qualification a more rounded and robust qualification.