À propos
Keeping your dog looking (and smelling) great is the ultimate gift any pet parent can give to their furry friend.
Whether you are interested in becoming a dog-groomer, or just want to save money and time by tending to your pet’s hygiene and cosmetic needs yourself, we have the ultimate course for you. Broken down into eight modules and easy steps, you can have your pet looking picture perfect in no time.
Starting with the basics of safety, handling, and hygiene, the course covers brushing, fur trimming, clipping, and even styling based on breed. It includes how to spot and treat conditions and the best techniques for you to safely and lovingly care for a dog.
Award-winning dog groomer Tolo Vicens provides simple video tutorials alongside theoretical study to give you a great grounding in grooming skills. From a French bulldog to a Samoyed, you'll learn how to work with different breeds and build up strong foundational knowledge to give you the confidence to start grooming.
We will have you all set to start your dog grooming journey and keep your pooch looking fresh, clean, and ready for action.
Conditions requises
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Leçons
Module 1: Where Did Grooming Begin?
- History and evolution of dog grooming
- Origins of dog grooming
- A profession of the future
- Bark the loudest!
Module 2: Be Prepared!
- Safe set up procedures
- Safety for you and your staff
- Safety restraints
- Muzzles
- Pet safety
Module 3: First Aid
- Introduction
- How to approach an injured or ill dog
- Artificial respiration
- Heart massage
- Heat stroke
- Stress from shock
Module 4: The Most Common Disorders
- Introduction
- Eczema
- Ringworm
- Dandruff
- Scabies
- Otitis
- Conjunctivitis
- Plaque
Module 5: Working Tools
- Large items
- Cutting equipment and scissors
- Brushes and combs
- Accessories
- Hygiene and disinfection
Module 6: Psychology and Bathing
- The dog groomers approach to dogs
- Advice for clients on preparing dogs for grooming
- Aggressive dogs
- Why wash?
- Before you start
- Important little places
- Shampoo
- Dive in!
Module 7: Anatomy & Types of Coat
- Anatomy
- Types of coat
- Table of grooming levels
- Bathing dogs with long hair
- Bathing dogs with curly hair
- Bathing dogs with short hair
- Bathing Nordic dogs
Module 8: Standard Styles
- Introduction
- Poodle
- Yorkshire terrier
- White west highland terrier
- English cocker spaniel
- Shih Tzu
- Schnauzer
- Labrador/retriever
- French Bulldog
- Samoyed husky
- Mongrel / mutt / mixed breed
Carrière
Who is this course for?
- Any pet parents who want to learn the proper techniques for bathing, brushing, and grooming their dogs
- People interested in setting up their own dog grooming business
- Anyone who already works with dogs, such as a kennel or pet hotel worker, pet sitter, or dog walker
- Anyone who shows or trains dogs and wants them to look their very best
Opportunités de carrière
- Start your dream job working as a dog groomer in a salon
- Set up your own dog grooming business
- Offer your dog grooming services to pet care businesses such as kennels and dog day care centers
- Get a job or promotion in animal care with your knowledge of handling dogs and looking after them
- Existing dog groomers in pursuit of promotion or a raise can show they’ve followed an accredited course by an award-winning dog groomer
Certification
Vous devrez suivre chaque leçon dans son intégralité et répondre aux examens à la fin de chaque module de cours. Si votre taux de réussite dépasse 55 % à chaque examen, vous avez alors droit à un certificat de réussite ou à d'autres options d'accréditation pour reconnaître votre réussite.
La plupart de nos cours vous rapporteront des crédits via la formation continue (CE) / le développement professionnel continu (CPD). Les points CE/CPD sont acceptés et reconnus par les organismes membres professionnels et les établissements universitaires aux États-Unis et dans le monde.
Tous les cours sont accrédités par l'International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) et l'Association internationale des collèges privés d'enseignement professionnel (www.iapcc.org). Lorsqu'ils terminent avec succès un cours, les étudiants peuvent choisir d'acheter un certificat ICOES reconnaissant la réussite auprès de cette institution tierce.
Creator
Tolo Vicens
Expertise: Dog Grooming
Tolo Vicens is a professional dog groomer with over 20 years of experience in the dog grooming industry. Caring for dogs has been his life’s passion. In his teens, his love for dogs led him to prepare some prime breeds for showing in top competitions in Europe, winning many awards, including an international silver medal from Suerzoo (Zaragosa) and from the prestigious Crufts, UK. From Sizoo, Barcelona he was awarded the national gold scissors medal, making him champion in Spain, a silver medal for the poodle category, and bronze for his skills in stripping technique.
Guide to Dog Grooming 
12471 étudiants. Accrédité par ICOES. Certifié par IAPCC et CPD.
12471 étudiants.
Accrédité par ICOES.
Certifié par IAPCC et CPD.
À propos
Keeping your dog looking (and smelling) great is the ultimate gift any pet parent can give to their furry friend.
Whether you are interested in becoming a dog-groomer, or just want to save money and time by tending to your pet’s hygiene and cosmetic needs yourself, we have the ultimate course for you. Broken down into eight modules and easy steps, you can have your pet looking picture perfect in no time.
Starting with the basics of safety, handling, and hygiene, the course covers brushing, fur trimming, clipping, and even styling based on breed. It includes how to spot and treat conditions and the best techniques for you to safely and lovingly care for a dog.
Award-winning dog groomer Tolo Vicens provides simple video tutorials alongside theoretical study to give you a great grounding in grooming skills. From a French bulldog to a Samoyed, you'll learn how to work with different breeds and build up strong foundational knowledge to give you the confidence to start grooming.
We will have you all set to start your dog grooming journey and keep your pooch looking fresh, clean, and ready for action.
Conditions requises
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Leçons
Module 1: Where Did Grooming Begin?
- History and evolution of dog grooming
- Origins of dog grooming
- A profession of the future
- Bark the loudest!
Module 2: Be Prepared!
- Safe set up procedures
- Safety for you and your staff
- Safety restraints
- Muzzles
- Pet safety
Module 3: First Aid
- Introduction
- How to approach an injured or ill dog
- Artificial respiration
- Heart massage
- Heat stroke
- Stress from shock
Module 4: The Most Common Disorders
- Introduction
- Eczema
- Ringworm
- Dandruff
- Scabies
- Otitis
- Conjunctivitis
- Plaque
Module 5: Working Tools
- Large items
- Cutting equipment and scissors
- Brushes and combs
- Accessories
- Hygiene and disinfection
Module 6: Psychology and Bathing
- The dog groomers approach to dogs
- Advice for clients on preparing dogs for grooming
- Aggressive dogs
- Why wash?
- Before you start
- Important little places
- Shampoo
- Dive in!
Module 7: Anatomy & Types of Coat
- Anatomy
- Types of coat
- Table of grooming levels
- Bathing dogs with long hair
- Bathing dogs with curly hair
- Bathing dogs with short hair
- Bathing Nordic dogs
Module 8: Standard Styles
- Introduction
- Poodle
- Yorkshire terrier
- White west highland terrier
- English cocker spaniel
- Shih Tzu
- Schnauzer
- Labrador/retriever
- French Bulldog
- Samoyed husky
- Mongrel / mutt / mixed breed
Carrière
Who is this course for?
- Any pet parents who want to learn the proper techniques for bathing, brushing, and grooming their dogs
- People interested in setting up their own dog grooming business
- Anyone who already works with dogs, such as a kennel or pet hotel worker, pet sitter, or dog walker
- Anyone who shows or trains dogs and wants them to look their very best
Opportunités de carrière
- Start your dream job working as a dog groomer in a salon
- Set up your own dog grooming business
- Offer your dog grooming services to pet care businesses such as kennels and dog day care centers
- Get a job or promotion in animal care with your knowledge of handling dogs and looking after them
- Existing dog groomers in pursuit of promotion or a raise can show they’ve followed an accredited course by an award-winning dog groomer
Creator
Tolo Vicens
Expertise: Dog Grooming
Tolo Vicens is a professional dog groomer with over 20 years of experience in the dog grooming industry. Caring for dogs has been his life’s passion. In his teens, his love for dogs led him to prepare some prime breeds for showing in top competitions in Europe, winning many awards, including an international silver medal from Suerzoo (Zaragosa) and from the prestigious Crufts, UK. From Sizoo, Barcelona he was awarded the national gold scissors medal, making him champion in Spain, a silver medal for the poodle category, and bronze for his skills in stripping technique.