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 12 day 
intensive course

Grooming Salon

Comprehensive Training for a Career in Dog Grooming!

This in-depth 12-day course is designed for anyone serious about becoming a professional dog groomer. Whether you're starting a new career, opening your own salon, or want to master the craft, this course provides the skills, confidence, and hands-on experience you need.

Cost: $4500

Level: Beginner/Intermediate

Duration: 12 days + online theory work

What you'll learn:

  • Canine anatomy, skin and coat health, and diseases

  • Safe handling techniques and understanding dog behaviour

  • Bathing, drying, brushing, de-matting, and de-shedding

  • Clipping, scissoring, and professional styling for a range of breeds

  • Nail trimming, ear cleaning, and overall hygiene care

  • Client communication, salon setup, and best practices for running a grooming business

  • Tool selection, maintenance, and hygiene protocols

Over 12 days, you'll work with a variety of dog breeds, gaining real-world experience under expert supervision. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to start grooming professionally with confidence.

Perfect for beginners or those wanting a comprehensive foundation in dog grooming.


All grooming tools and equipment are provided during training.

Course Inclusions

Practical Learning

After completing the online learning component, students will attend 12 days of hands-on, in-person training at our Tullamarine facility, led by experienced industry trainers.
Throughout the course, students work on a wide range of breeds and coat types, learning essential grooming skills that build progressively each day.
Each student is allocated their own dog to groom from start to finish each day, with no sharing required. Our supportive and structured learning environment is designed to build confidence, skill, and real-world grooming experience.

Tools & Equipment

All professional grooming tools and equipment are fully provided during the course, with no hidden costs.
Students are supplied with their own dedicated set of grooming tools to use consistently throughout the training.
At the end of the course, students have the option to purchase professional grooming equipment at a discounted rate, making it easy to transition directly into employment or set up their own grooming space.

Learning Resources & Certification

Students receive comprehensive learning materials, including detailed training manuals with step-by-step instructions and diagrams.
All study resources are yours to keep upon course completion and can be used as ongoing reference material throughout your grooming career.

Graduate Support Program (12 Months)

We believe learning continues beyond the classroom. All graduates receive 12 months of ongoing support after completing the course.
This support includes access to guidance from our trainers for grooming-related questions, coat and breed advice, and help troubleshooting real-world grooming challenges as you gain experience.

Career Pathway & Skill Development

Graduates receive guidance on next steps within the grooming industry, including:

  • Preparing for salon employment

  • Building a professional grooming portfolio

  • Understanding time management and client communication

  • Exploring options for mobile or home-based grooming

For those wanting to continue developing their skills, advanced continuation courses are available and can be found in the Master Classes section.

Grooming Salon

Course Schedule

Course Duration:

Courses run monthly over a 4-week period. 

Days:

Classes are held Tuesday, Thursday and Friday each week.

Time:

Daily sessions run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

*Classes may finish earlier due to number of students

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