Certificate III in Pet Grooming

Training package entry requirements

There are no training package entry requirements for this qualification.

GOTAFE preferred entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course applicants must:

• Attend an interview
• Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course
• Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course
• Please apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider (australianapprenticeships.gov.au) with your employer to organise your traineeship contract prior to applying for this course (Trainees only)
• Must be over 17 years and either employed in a grooming salon or be able to attend all on campus classes
• Have the physical stamina to safely handle a variety of dogs
• Have at least basic level of digital literacy to undertake the online component of the course, including access to a computer with reliable internet

It is recommended that all successful applicants be immunised against tetanus.

Assessment methods may include:

• Written assignments
• Grooming portfolios including photo and video evidence if required
• In class and/or online discussion forums
• Short answer questions
• Animal recognition photographs
• Practical skills demonstration
• Oral assessment – this may be conducted face to face or via skype/phone/zoom
• Third Party reports

Material fees cover all online and on campus learning resources and consumables, including the required textbook; Notes From The Grooming Table; author Melissa Verplank; White Dog Enterprises Inc. ISBN-10 0975412809 ISBN-13 978 0975412800, a grooming apron and mask.

Students will need to provide their own stationery items.

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It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions.

Students are required to attend all on campus classes and webinars as well as complete approximately 15 hours per week of online self-paced learning.

It is highly recommended that students attend the extra on campus seminars delivered by industry experts. The times and dates for these seminars will be sent out at the beginning of each semester.

For workplace based students your trainer will also meet you in the workplace 4 times a year to conduct observational assessment and training.

Workplace based students may not be required to attend all on campus grooming classes. This will be discussed with the course coordinator prior to enrolment.

If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or submit an enquiry through our website now and one of the team will be in touch.

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.

Services include on campus supports and remote supports

• Counselling
• employment information
• careers
• activities etc.

Learn more about support services

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

Further information is provided at course induction.

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

Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.

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.