iPET Network
Level 3
QN: 603/5990/0
Curriculum Active
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by iPET Network. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 174 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
iPET Network
Syllabus Units
5 Units
Guided Hours
174 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling
Assess and Plan Dog Grooming Styles and Maintenance of Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assess a dog's coat condition, skin health, and temperament to inform grooming style choices
- Plan a grooming style based on breed standards, owner preferences, and dog welfare
- Prepare and maintain grooming equipment to ensure safety and effectiveness
- Use grooming equipment correctly and record equipment usage
- Promote health and safety and environmental good practice during grooming activities
2
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling
Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify relevant legislation and safe working practices applicable to a dog grooming environment
- Explain the importance of recognising potential hazards and risks in a grooming environment
- Describe methods for maintaining biosecurity in a grooming environment
- Demonstrate the ability to maintain biosecurity in a grooming environment
3
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling
Health Checking, Handling and Canine Behaviour
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the anatomy of a dog2. Know and understand canine characteristics, behaviour traits and handling3. Know how to identify and report the health status of a dog4. Be able to carry out a health check 5. Be able to influence canine behaviour and adapt handling techniques
4
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling
Prepare, Style and Finish a Selection of Dog Breeds
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the preparation requirements for different breed patterns and client requests
- Demonstrate safe and effective handling and restraint techniques for dogs with varying temperaments
- Assess a dog's coat condition to determine suitability for hand stripping
- Apply appropriate handling and restraint techniques during preparation and styling
- Execute removal of excess hair, knots, and matts prior to bathing
- Perform safe bathing and drying procedures for a range of dog breeds
- Record grooming styles accurately using appropriate documentation
- Apply styling and finishing techniques that conform to breed standards and client specifications
5
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling
Promote the Welfare of Dogs conforming with Relevant Legislation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify key signs of good and poor welfare in dogs presented for grooming.
- Explain the legal responsibilities of a dog groomer under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
- Apply the five welfare needs to a dog grooming context through specific salon practices.
- Recognize indicators of pain, stress, or disease in dogs during handling and grooming.
- Promote preventative health measures such as parasite checks and dental observation.
- Maintain accurate welfare records and log any concerns for owner communication.
- Demonstrate appropriate responses to welfare concerns in accordance with professional codes of practice.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/5990/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- iPET Network
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2020