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Basic Dog Grooming Tips and Techniques

SCBGROOM24

Length

2 Days (part time)

Study Mode

On Campus

Basic Dog Grooming Tips and Techniques - SCBGROOM24

Course Overview

This short course is for those wanting to explore the world of dog grooming and gain some basic hands-on grooming tips. We will cover equipment requirements, OHS risks, hair and coat structure, animal handling skills, and basic wash and dry techniques.

A small dog grooming demonstration will be provided to participants to ask questions along the way. This 2-day short course has been designed to learners an insight into what could one day be your career of choice. An ideal way of exploring the notion of becoming a dog groomer without the commitment of enrolling in a nationally accredited course.

Course details

Upcoming dates and times

Choose a location below to learn more about when this course is offered and on which days you’ll need to attend.

2 day course - Starts On: 22-Aug-2024 - Part time - Thursday & Friday - 9.00am - 4.00pm - On Campus - Applications Close: 19-Aug-2024

2 day course - Starts On: 08-Aug-2024 - Part time - Thursday & Friday - 9.00am - 4.00pm - On Campus - Applications Close: 06-Aug-2024

Attendance & commitment

General public face-to-face delivery | 2 days course length | Part-time study load

Students are expected to:

  • Attend classes on campus at Wallan or Tone Road Campus, Wangaratta for two full days (9am-4pm).

Before you begin

Entry requirements

GOTAFE preferred entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course application:

  • Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
  • Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.

Physical Requirements

  • Students will need to have the physical stamina to handle various dog species and sizes.

This is a non-accredited Short Course.

  • No prior grooming experience is required.
  • All equipment, products, and dogs will be provided.

Enrolment

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:

  • Aspirations/career goals
  • Educational attainment and capability
  • Literacy and numeracy skills
  • Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

  • Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Fees and payments

Fees and costs

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

1. Full Fee
$555.00

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at the time of publication for 2024 and may change without notice.

Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:

  • Classroom activity consumables, handouts, and booklets
  • E-learning resources and associated license access fees
  • Excursions

Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms, and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.

Further details on fees available

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Contingent Study Arrangements

Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.

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We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.

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We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.

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Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.

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