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ACM20121 Dog Grooming
This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian Government’s National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that’s recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.
Queensland Government Funding Available for Eligible Students ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services – Pet Grooming
Turn your love of dogs into a career.
The Certificate III in Animal Care Services – Pet Grooming is Australia’s leading nationally recognised qualification for aspiring dog groomers. You’ll learn everything from bathing and drying to clipping, scissoring, and breed-specific styling all under the guidance of experienced grooming instructors.
This hands-on course prepares you for real work in grooming salons, vet practices, kennels, and the wider pet industry.
Course Details
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Duration: Self-paced, up to 12 months
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Delivery Mode: Blended (online & classroom + work placement)
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Start Date: Enrol anytime
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Placement: Practical training at an approved workplace or at Pet Stylist Academy (Gold Coast)
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Recognition: Nationally recognised qualification
Course Fees
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Concession: $3,247 (17 units @ $191 per unit)
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Non-Concession: $4,080 (17 units @ $240 per unit)
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Full Fee: $8,000
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Payment Options: Payment plans & upfront available
Funding
National Skills Training Institute is an approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) under the Queensland Government’s Career Start Program.
Subsidised funding is available for eligible Queensland students:
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Concessional: Lower fees for concession card holders, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students, people with a disability, or adult prisoners.
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Non-concessional: Reduced fees for all other eligible students.
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Fee for Service: Full fees apply if not eligible for funding.
Eligibility requirements for funded course:
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Aged 15 years or older
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Not a school student
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Permanently live in Queensland
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Australian citizen, permanent resident, NZ citizen, or eligible temporary resident
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Not already hold a Cert III (or higher) completed in the last 10 years
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Not currently enrolled in another qualification (even if deferred)
What You’ll Learn
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Bathing, drying, brushing, and nail care
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Hygiene grooms and cross-breed styling
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Breed-standard grooming and coat care
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Clip and scissor finishing techniques
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Safe animal handling and welfare practices
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Client communication and reception services
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Workplace health, safety, and infection control
Course Delivery
This course is taught using a blended approach which includes online theory lessons and work placement.
Online
The theory components for the animal care course are delivered online which means students are not required to attend classes or lectures. Students will receive access to our ‘Learning Portal’ where they will find the course materials, interactive learning materials, videos and assessments. In addition, students will also receive a hard copy of the Learner Resource.
While studying online, students will have access to our teaching support team via email, online chat or phone. Our teaching team will help support and guide students every step on their journey.
Work Placement
In order to acquire the necessary practical skills to successfully complete a Certificate II Animal Care course, a workplace-based training program (known as a Work Placement) is mandatory. Work placement can be paid employment OR volunteering. Students are required to complete a minimum of 10 full days of work placement.
It is the students responsibility to search and secure a work placement position that meets their location, schedule, and interests. If a student is currently working or volunteering in an animal- related business, they may be able to use their current employment or volunteering position for the workplace training.
The ideal work placement settings are kennels, catteries, day care centres, animal welfare shelters, pet shops (with access to animals), wildlife rehabilitation centers, or zoos. However, please note that access to both dogs and cats is necessary to complete some of the practical assessments. Therefore, if a student chooses a wildlife or zoo-related placement or a placement where you only have access to one species (either cat or dog), they will require an additional placement to complete their assessments.
In the animal and pet sectors, work placements are essential for students to acquire critical skills such as animal handling, animal care, effective communication with clients and customers, as well as teamwork.
Additional Course Information
- Minimum 15 Years of Age
- Completed Year 8 or equivalent
- Access to a computer, laptop or table
- Internet access and email address
- Physically capable of restraining animals and standing for extended periods of time
Course Units of Study
ACMBEH301 Identify behaviours and interact safely with animals
ACMGEN315 Communicate effectively with clients and team members
ACMGEN303 Assess welfare status of an animal
ACMGEN304 Promote positive well-being for self and others in animal care workplaces
ACMGEN309 Provide basic animal first aid
ACMINF301 Comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal care work
ACMWHS301 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes
ACMGRM201 Bath, dry and brush domestic dogs
ACMGRM303 Perform sanitary and hygiene grooms for companion animals
ACMGRM304 Provide grooms on cross breed dogs
ACMGRM305 Groom dogs to meet breed style and coat requirements
ACMGRM403 Enhance companion animal coat and skin condition
ACMSPE316 Provide general care of domestic dogs
ACMGEN310 Provide reception services for an animal care facility
ACMBEH302 Provide enrichment for animals
ACMGEN311 Maintain and monitor animal health and well-being
BSBCMM211 Apply communication skills
- Course Duration:
- up to 12 Months
- Start Date:
- Enrol Anytime
- Delivery:
- Online & Work Placement
- Funded concession
- $3247
- Funded non concession
- $4080
- Fee for students who don't meet funding elgibility
- $8000
- Payment plans available
- Delivery:
- Online & Work Placement
Contact Us - The Pet
Stylist Academy
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49 Cypress Drive, Broadbeach Waters
Queensland 4218 Australia - (07) 5575 2200
- admin@petstylistacademy.com.au