Certificate in Professional Pet Grooming
10 weeks
Verified Certificate
300 Hours
Flagship Program
40,000
YOUR ENROLLMENT BONUS
2 FREE Compulsory Courses
- Common Pet Care Foundation
- Primary Nutrition & Care
Course Essentials
Everything You Need to Know
Duration
10 weeks
300h Total
Course Fee
40,000
CERTIFIED
Eligibility
Target Audience 18-30 year olds
12th pass. Detail-oriented
good hand skills
comfortable with physical work
Career Outcomes
Module Breakdown
4 Phases
Structured Learning Curriculum
Click any phase to expand modules, practical topics, and key learning outcomes.
| MODULE | TOPIC | KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES |
|---|---|---|
| Grooming Tools & Equipment | dentify brushes, combs, clippers, scissors, dryers and essential grooming equipment. | Select and use core tools safely for different grooming tasks. |
| Bath Science | Coat preparation, shampoo/conditioner use, water temperature and bathing sequence. | Perform a safe, systematic bath while matching products and methods to the pet |
| Drying Techniques | Towel drying, controlled drying and coat preparation. | Dry coats safely and effectively while minimizing stress and tangling. |
| Nail Care | Nail structure, safe cutting and handling. | Carry out basic nail care using safe technique and appropriate restraint. |
| Ear & Sanitary Care | Routine ear-area and sanitary-area grooming. | Complete routine hygiene grooming safely and recognize situations requiring referral. |
#01
Grooming Tools & Equipment
#02
Bath Science
#03
Drying Techniques
#04
Nail Care
#05
Ear & Sanitary Care
| MODULE | TOPIC | KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES |
|---|---|---|
| Clipper Handling | Clipper safety, blade awareness, coat preparation and controlled movement | Use clippers confidently and safely while maintaining consistent coat finish. |
| Scissor Technique | Scissor handling, lines, balance, shaping and finishing. | Develop controlled scissoring technique and produce clean, practical finishes. |
| Breed / Style Practice | Practice kennel, lamb and puppy cuts. | Understand the purpose and sequence of common commercial grooming styles. |
| Breed-Specific Grooming | Shih Tzu, Golden Retriever and Cocker grooming considerations. | Adapt grooming approach to coat type, breed structure and client requirements. |
| Portfolio Development | Document completed grooms and track improvement. | Build a practical portfolio demonstrating progressive grooming competency. |
#01
Clipper Handling
#02
Scissor Technique
#03
Breed / Style Practice
#04
Breed-Specific Grooming
#05
Portfolio Development
| MODULE | TOPIC | KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES |
|---|---|---|
| Live Client Workflow | Work through consultation, preparation, grooming and handover with real clients under supervision. | Complete an end-to-end grooming service while following professional workflow. |
| Client Consultation | Understand owner expectations, pet history and service requirements. | Ask relevant questions and translate client expectations into a safe grooming plan. |
| Supervised Grooming | Practical grooming under a 1:4 supervision model. | Improve speed, consistency, safety and decision-making in a salon environment. |
| Service Quality & Handover | Final inspection, grooming notes, feedback and pet handover. | Deliver a professional finished service and communicate clearly with pet parents. |
#01
Live Client Workflow
#02
Client Consultation
#03
Supervised Grooming
#04
Service Quality & Handover
| MODULE | TOPIC | KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES |
|---|---|---|
| Cat Grooming Fundamentals | Safe cat handling and grooming workflow, including lion-cut practice. | Understand the additional handling and grooming considerations required for cats. |
| Salon Business Basics | Service positioning, pricing awareness, customer service and basic business setup. | Understand the fundamentals required to work independently or support a grooming business. |
| Final Practical Examination | Practical assessment of handling, grooming technique and professional workflow. | Demonstrate job-ready grooming competency in a practical assessment. |
| Career Readiness | Portfolio, professional presentation and employment/self-employment pathways. | Present skills professionally and identify suitable next-step career opportunities. |
#01
Cat Grooming Fundamentals
#02
Salon Business Basics
#03
Final Practical Examination
#04
Career Readiness
Daily Rhythm
A Day at the Training Facility
10:00 AM – 11:00AM
Theory (coat types, skin conditions, sanitation
11:00 AM – 01:30 PM
Practical batch 1 (bathing, drying, brushing on academy dogs).
01:30 PM – 02:00 PM
Lunch Break
02:00PM – 4:00PM
Practical batch 2 (clipper work, scissor finishing on
Earning Potential
Your Earning Potential
Employee Starting Salary
10,000-18,000
/month
Independent Earning
500-1500
/session
Placement Prep
Job Support
Portfolio
Potential Career Paths
Pet groomer at a salon
Mobile groomer
grooming assistant at a vet clinic
self-employed home groomer
pet store groomer.
Why This Course
Your Gateway to a Pet Career
Hands-on Learning
100% practical training with live animals in a real facility
environment from Day 1.
Industry Certificate
Earn an industry-recognised QR-verified digital credential upon
successful completion.
Placement Support
Direct job support through our placement engine and hiring
partner network.
Certification
What You'll Earn
300 Hours of Hands-on Training
QR-Verified Digital Credential
Final Practical Assessment Passed
Industry-Recognised Certificate
Career Growth Ready
Build your career in CPPG