Pet Stylist Academy
Courses
Nationally recognised training for animal care and grooming careers
RTO 41462 | Enrol and start anytime
Nationally recognised training | RTO 41462
Pet Grooming Courses
From a short bathing and brushing course through to the full nationally recognised qualification.
ACM30122
Certificate III in Animal Care Services — Pet Grooming
Learn the art and science of pet grooming and build a rewarding career with the full Certificate III qualification.
17 units · up to 12 months
$8,000 — Qld funded from $3,240
Short course
Dog Grooming Foundation Course
Essential skills and hands-on training to start in professional dog grooming. Six units drawn from ACM30122.
6 units · up to 12 months
$4,000 — payment plans available
Short course
Bather / Brusher Course
Get salon-ready quickly with the practical skills to work as a professional dog bather and brusher.
Up to 12 months
$1,500 — payment plans available
Animal Care Courses
Qualifications for working with animals across clinics, kennels, shelters, retail and equine settings.
ACM10121
Certificate I in Animal Care Industry Pathways
Start your animal care journey and build the essential skills for entry-level roles.
7 units · up to 12 months
$2,000 — payment plans available
ACM20121
Certificate II in Animal Care
Gain the essential skills to care for animals and begin your career in the animal care industry.
12 units · up to 12 months
$3,000 — Qld funded from $40
ACM30122
Certificate III in Animal Care Services
Work confidently across a range of animal care settings, from clinics and kennels to shelters and retail.
17 units · up to 12 months
$4,500 — Qld funded from $40
ACM20221
Certificate II in Horse Care
Start your equine career with essential horse care, handling and stable management skills.
11 units · up to 12 months
$3,000 — payment plans available
Queensland Government funding
Three of our qualifications are funded under the Queensland Government Certificate 3 Guarantee for eligible students, which can reduce your fees substantially.
Check your funding eligibility
Funding is subject to Queensland Government eligibility criteria and is confirmed by NSTI during enrolment.
Not sure which course is right for you?
New to working with animals, or not sure yet? The Certificate I builds the basics, or the Bather / Brusher Course gets you into a salon quickly.
Ready for more? The Foundation Course or Certificate II take you further, and the units count toward a full qualification.
Going all the way? The Certificate III in Pet Grooming or Animal Care Services is the industry standard qualification.
Enquire about a course
Tell us which course you are interested in and a member of our team will be in touch.
Further reading
Honest guidance from our Principal and International Master Groomer, Emily Myatt.