FULL COURSES

K9 Boutique training academy

K9 BOUTIQUE LEVEL 2
​CERTIFICATE IN DOG GROOMING COURSE- 5 DAYS

Packed into 7 days of practical and theory sessions you will learn all the basics of dog grooming. During your time at the academy you will complete a portfolio to show off your new skills.
You will gain knowledge of the most popular dog breeds seen in the grooming salon. 
This course is ideal for learners who are thinking of working in a grooming salon as a salon assistant or who would like to get more hands on approach before beginning the Open College Network West Midlands Level 3 Diploma in Dog grooming.

What you’ll learn on the course> 
Equipment, Animal welfare legislation, handling, bathing, drying, nail trimming, ear plucking/cleaning, Basic Clippering and scissoring techniques, Breed specific styling, Health and safety in the salon, different coat types to ensure correct methods are used when bathing and drying.

What you’ll get when you start the course>
6 month Student discount to use at Christies Direct grooming supplies

What you’ll need to bring>
Notepad and pen, comfortable clothing and shoes, packed lunch

What you’ll get at the end of the course>
K9 Boutique Academy Certificate in Dog Grooming with a reference from the course tutor detailing your skill level in each component of the course.

Cost Of Course>
£1200

This course is run over 7 days>
Monday to Wednesday 9.30am - 6.00pm
Thursday to Friday 9,30am - 3,30pm 

​Please contact the salon to book onto the course- 07824 613061

OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK WEST MIDLANDS LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN DOG GROOMING
​40 DAYS PLUS 1 DAY CANINE FIRST AID TRAINING ​

OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK WEST MIDLANDS LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN DOG GROOMING - 40 DAYs plus 1 day Canine First Aid Training.
K9 Boutique Academy Dog grooming courses are full time courses, run from our salon in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. The courses run for 40 days and cover more than just the basics. Our courses are limited to two students at a time so you will have maximum tutor time. The courses include practical, and theory, demonstrations and daily hands on grooming. You will also attend a 1 day first aid course The final 5 days of your course will be salon based experience days, where you will be gaining valuable skills by shadowing an experienced groomer in day to day activities such as; customer interactions, the running and managing of a salon and helping with various grooming tasks. This will help to put into practice all that you have learnt throughout your course with us. We feel that this is an important transition between completing your course and starting your new career as a dog groomer.
Your course will take you through everything you need to know, from the basics of prep work and simple trims, all the way to running your own business and grooming to breed standard.
 We are very passionate about the welfare of the dogs; therefore we have a strong focus on correct handling which will benefit you no end when it comes to grooming on your own.
On successful completion of the 40 day course, you will gain an Open College Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming. This is a nationally recognised industry qualification, which is part of the National Qualification Framework and regulated by Ofqual.
40 days is considered the minimum amount of days to be a competent groomer, however I would recommend doing as many days as you can afford. Shorter courses can be arranged if you do not wish to gain the qualification, however it would be advisable to come back to do top up training.
The full course cost is £5,500, which includes your OCN enrolment fee, an equipment pack worth over £400, canine first aid course worth £75, an informative course folder, Record of Experience to complete work for the qualification, and all of your tuition fees.
 
PAYMENT PLANS
It’s important to choose the right school for you and to invest in your future career. Although we appreciate that learning a new skill can be costly, so we have put in place a payment plan to help you get started.
In order to secure your course dates we will require a non-refundable deposit amount of £500. The remainder of your course balance can be split into 5 smaller payments of £1000 that can be spread throughout your course. Instalments are usually due on the 1st, 9th, 18th, 27th and 36th day of your course.

Subjects you will learn on your course>
Canine First Aid, Health Check of a dog, Promote and maintain the health and well-being of a dog, Welcome, receive and care for customers, Assessing, planning and recording your dog grooming work, Carry out styling and finishing of dogs

What you’ll get when you start your course>
A Grooming Kit including: WAHL Apron, Andis Clippers, Wahl Clipper comb set, Andis Ultra Edge Blades x5, Notes from the grooming table, Theory of 5 books to help you with your practical learning, grooming brush, finishing comb which all come in a smart WAHL grooming bag.
If you wish to upgrade the clippers, to cordless heinigers, a fee of £200 will be added to the deposit.
6 month Student discount to use at Christies Direct

What you’ll need to bring>
Notepad and pen, packed lunch,

What you’ll need to wear>
Comfortable clothes and shoes

What you’ll get after your course>
OCN Level 3 Diploma and K9 Boutique Academy Certificate

​Cost Of Course>
£5500.00

Courses are run Monday to Wednesday 9.30am till 5pm, Thursday to Friday 9,30am-4pm

​Students must be willing to bring model dogs in for portfolio grooming although this is not always required.
All Learners must sign a learner Agreement and data protection form before starting the course.
Payment plans can be suited to learners who wish to pay for the course in stages, Or full course amount will be invoiced 14 days before course start date
Please contact the salon to book onto the course.

Please contact the salon to book onto the course 07824 613061