iPET Network
Level 3
QN: 603/7567/X
Curriculum Active
iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Cat Grooming and Salon Management
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by iPET Network. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 276 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
iPET Network
Syllabus Units
8 Units
Guided Hours
276 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Assess and Plan Cat Grooming Styles and Maintenance of Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assess and plan the styling requirements of a Cat.2.
- Be able to prepare
- maintain and use relevant equipment and record equipment used.3.
- Be able to promote health and safety and environmental good practice.
2
Customer Care and Managing Complaints
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to care and manage customers in a professional manner and meet relevant legislation.2.
- Understand how to establish and maintain customer relations.3.
- Know and understand how to deal with customer complaints.
3
Feline Emergency First Aid
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the requirements of Feline Emergency First Aid, who can administer Feline Emergency First Aid and why Feline Emergency First Aid is important
- Understand the importance of administering Feline Emergency First Aid and how to manage feline behaviour
- Understand the classification of Emergencies
- Understand how to put a cat in the recovery position
- Understand the Primary Survey of Feline Emergency First Aid and actions to take following the DR ABC assessment
- Understand the examination of an injured animal and the actions to take to manage shock
- Assess and record key elements of feline vital statistics and conduct cat resuscitation (CPR)
- Be able to dress and treat wounds
- Understand choking, stings and poisoning and be able to give the necessary treatment
- Understand the signs and treatment of hyperthermia, hypothermia and water inhalation
- Understand the signs and treatment of a cat having a convulsion
- Understand different types of burns
- Understand what is required in a Feline Emergency First Aid kit and how to communicate in emergency situations
4
Health and Safety in a Cat Grooming Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the requirements of relevant legislation and safe working practices for Cats and Groomers in a grooming environment.1.
- Understand the importance of hazards and risks in a grooming environment.3.
- Be able to clean and maintain a Cat grooming environment to sustain Bio Security.
5
Health Checking, Handling and Feline Behaviour
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out a health check and understand the structure of a Cat
- Understand the structure of a Cat
- Know and understand Feline characteristics, behaviour traits and handling
- Be able to influence Feline behaviour and adapt handling techniques
- Know how to identify and report the health status of a Cat
6
Planning the Operation of a Small Animal Business
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental requirements of setting up a small animal business
- Understand the role of marketing in a small animal business
- Understand the financial requirements of running a small animal business
7
Prepare, Style and Finish a Range of Cat Breeds
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use appropriate techniques to handle and restrain a range of Cats with different temperaments during the preparation, styling and finishing
- Be able to remove excess hair, knots and matts prior to bathing
- Be able to safely bath and dry a range of Cats
- Be able to record grooming styles
- Understand the preparation for styling and finishing techniques natural to the breed and client requirements
- Be able to carry out styling and finishing techniques natural to the breed and client requirements
- Be able to use relevant equipment to prepare, style and finish grooming Cats
8
Promote the Welfare of Cats conforming with Relevant Legislation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to promote and maintain the health and welfare of felines.2.
- Know how to recognise, promote and maintain the health and welfare of Cats
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7567/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- iPET Network
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2021
- Operational End
- Aug 2026