Build practical grooming skills online in around 80 hours. Earn an ICOES-accredited certificate and CPD credits at your own pace.
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Courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council (IARC), giving students a recognised qualification.
Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours from industry expert tutors.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and access to latest job opportunities and industry connections.
Optional upgrade includes expert career coaching, personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven strategies for career and job success.
Free Virtual Student ID Card providing access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Access to over 50 titles to enhance learning and knowledge upon enrolment.
Upon completion, verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass to share on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits that enhance professional growth upon completion.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.
Students can progress to the Diploma in Dog Grooming at The Career Academy for more advanced skills and business development. Offered through The Career Academy.
Students can progress to the Advanced Certificate in Dog Grooming at The Career Academy to further expand expertise. Offered through The Career Academy.
Flexible Weekly Payment Plan. $29 per week on a flexible payment plan.
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This course is designed for beginners and does not list formal entry requirements. A general interest in animal care and grooming is all you need to get started. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current requirements before enrolling.
A weekly payment plan option may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.
Students have 6 months access to complete the course. The estimated study load is around 80 hours in total. Because it is fully self-paced, students can spread that time across weeks or months to suit their schedule.
The course is delivered 100% online by The Career Academy NZ. There are no fixed class times, no exams, and no campus attendance required. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours.
This course does not include a formal work placement component. Practical experience can be built independently alongside study. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about how to complement the course with hands-on experience.
This course is accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and The Career Academy NZ is a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council (IARC). On completion, students earn an ICOES-accredited certificate and CPD credits, plus a SEEK Pass verified credential. It is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF).
This certificate covers the core skills of dog and pet grooming: coat types and breed requirements, bathing and drying techniques, clipping and scissoring, skin and health checks, and safe animal handling. Students work through around 80 hours of study with 6 months access and no set exam schedule.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people looking to enter the pet care industry or add grooming skills to an existing animal care role. It also works well for anyone considering running their own mobile or salon-based grooming business. Study is 100% online and fully self-paced, with unlimited tutor support available by phone and email during business hours.
On completion, students earn an ICOES-accredited certificate, CPD credits, and a SEEK Pass verified credential to share with potential employers. A Career Centre with CV templates, interview preparation, and job listings is available from day one of enrolment.
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