Wag N Wash Academy
Wag N Wash Academy provides high end dog grooming training in Norwich. Our tutor has over 10 years experience in the dog grooming industry also has placed in dog grooming competitions. We offer full dog grooming career and assistant courses also offer level 2 and level 3 City & Guilds.
City & Guilds Level 2 Grooming Assistant 7763-02
Our Level 2 programme introduces you to the essential skills and knowledge needed to begin your journey in professional dog grooming. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped to progress into roles such as assistant dog groomer or kennel assistant, and you’ll have a strong foundation to advance toward the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in the future.
What You Will Learn:
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Dog Assessment: Understanding coat types, condition, and grooming needs.
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Safe Bathing & Drying: Step-by-step instruction on effective and safe techniques.
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Blow-Drying Methods: Introduction to different drying approaches for various coat types.
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Nail Clipping: Guided practice in safe, confident nail trimming.
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Canine Handling Skills: Techniques for managing dogs with a range of temperaments.
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Workplace Organisation: Tips for creating and maintaining a clean, efficient grooming environment.
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Equipment Care: How to maintain tools for safety, hygiene, and longevity.
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Legislation & Codes of Practice: Understanding your responsibilities within the grooming industry.
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Risk Assessments: Learning to identify and minimise potential hazards.
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Ongoing Support: Continued guidance throughout your training journey.
Course Duration - 20 Days
Price £2500
£500 Non-refundable deposit secures placement and course start date.
Balance is due 14 days before course start date.
City & Guilds Level 3 Dog Grooming Diploma 7683-03
Upon completion of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to progress into a professional grooming career—whether you choose to work as a mobile groomer, within an established salon, or pursue further specialist training.
What This Course Includes
For learners who are already Level 2 qualified, the programme consists of:
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25 days of practical training
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5 days of guided home study
During your training, you will develop advanced knowledge and techniques in the following areas:
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Canine Anatomy & Physiology: Understanding structure, movement and breed-specific characteristics.
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Health Checks & Disease Awareness: Identifying common conditions and recognising when to refer.
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Foot Shapes & Leg Shapes: Learning how structure influences grooming style and finish.
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Clipping to Breed Standards: Mastering correct patterns for a wide range of breeds.
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Head Shaping: Techniques to achieve accurate shapes across all grooming styles.
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Hand Stripping: Safe and effective methods for wire-coated breeds.
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Advanced Scissoring Skills: Precision techniques for professional-quality results.
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Selecting the Correct Technique: Choosing the most appropriate method for each coat type and breed.
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Client Communication Skills: Understanding client needs and delivering tailored grooming plans.
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Handling Difficult Dogs: Safe, compassionate approaches for nervous or challenging canine behaviour.
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Coat Type Knowledge: In-depth understanding of breed-specific coat textures and maintenance.
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Ongoing Support: Continued guidance to help you grow in confidence and skill.
Assessment & Certification
The Diploma is awarded following successful completion of:
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1 written exam
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4 practical grooming exams, each requiring you to groom a dog to a high-quality breed standard.
All examinations take place on site during your scheduled training days.
Course duration - 30 days
Price - £4500
£500 Non - refundable deposit is required to secure placement and start date.
Course balance is due 14 days before course start date.
City & Guilds Level 2&3 Dog Grooming Diploma 7683-03
We are proud to offer the new City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma Qualification, which includes the full Level 2 Qualification—an essential step before progressing to Level 3.
What the Course Covers
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Anatomy and physiology of different breeds
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Health checks and disease awareness
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Foot and leg shapes
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Clipping to breed-standard patterns
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Head shaping for all styles
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Hand stripping
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Scissoring techniques
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Choosing correct grooming methods for specific breeds
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Client consultation skills
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Handling difficult dogs safely
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Understanding breed-specific coat types
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Ongoing support throughout your training
Assessment
The Diploma is awarded after completing:
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1 written exam
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4 practical exams, grooming four dogs to a high-quality breed standard
All assessments take place on-site during your training days.
Course Duration 40 Days
Price £6500
£500 Non-refundable deposit is due to secure place and course start date.
Balance due 14 days before course start date.
Full Career Course
In this comprehensive career-focused dog grooming course, you will learn everything from the basics of bathing and drying to more advanced grooming and styling techniques. You’ll be taught a minimum of four breed-standard grooms, along with a variety of practical pet trims.
Although this course does not provide a recognised qualification, you will receive a Certificate of Knowledge upon completion, equipping you with the skills and confidence needed to begin your new career in dog grooming.
Course Duration 20 Days
Price £2700
£500 Non-refundable deposit is due to secure place and course start date.
Balance due 14 days before course start date.
Fancy Doing A Course?
Please fill out contact form with your information and what course you are interested in, also with your prefered start date. Our Tutor will be in contact with you as soon as they can.
01603 951902