Open Colleges is the new name for Cengage Education, and is Australia\'s oldest and most respected provider of Online and distance education courses. We deliver over 130 online and distance education courses, including an extensive range of nationally recognised Certificates and Diplomas.  

Keeping dogs and cats in tip-top condition is easy with Open Colleges\' Pet Grooming course -- and it could save you a small fortune in grooming fees or even inspire a new career direction.

Proper grooming is essential for pets\' comfort, not to mention their looks, and it\'s important for the rest of the household, too. Taking you through the key aspects of professional grooming, including bathing and clipping, this course also explores different breeds and their characteristics, personalities, anatomy and common health issues. You\'ll learn to allay fear, soothe aggression and make the grooming experience safe and comfortable for yourself, the animal and its owner.

It even presents you wtih different business scenarios should you decide to set up your own grooming salon.

Subjects

• Running a Grooming Business
• Grooming Basics
• Grooming Standards
• Handling personalities
• Procedures, techniques and clips

Entry requirements

Required equipment

The equipment you will need to complete this course includes:

• Universal comb
• Dog nail trimmers
• Dog slicker brush
• Electric clippers

English language requirements

If English is your second language and you did not complete the last two years of secondary education in English, you are required to provide evidence of English language competence before enrolling.

The Open Colleges difference:

• Nationally accredited: This ensures your qualification is recognised by industry around Australia.
• Start today! Open Colleges courses offer you ultimate flexibility. There is no need to attend classes at a campus or wait for an intake or start date. You can start your course whenever it suits you!
• Study from home at your own pace: You can study from home at your own pace. You can a choose to receive your learning materials by mail or online.
• Benefit from 100 years of history: Open Colleges has been delivering distance education to Australians for more than 100 years. Join over 700,000 Australians who have studied with Open Colleges. Unlike many other institutions, we are specialists in distance learning.
• We help you to succeed: Open Colleges provides you with comprehensive support throughout your studies. From access to ‘OpenSpace’ — our online learning portal — to support from experienced tutors, we help you every step of the way.
• Affordable fees: Open Colleges provides you with a range of different payment plan options. You can pay upfront and get a discount on your fees or you can choose to pay by instalment – including weekly, fortnightly and monthly options.
• Articulation opportunities: Once you have completed this course, you may receive credit if you wish to pursue further education.