Vanity Furr Dog Grooming & Training Centre are pleased to offer professional dog grooming training courses as an approved trainer provider for iPET Network. The training courses are held in a modern salon in Wymondham, Norfolk. Vanity Furr Dog Grooming & Training Centre is situated on the High Street and has great transport links from A11, A47 and Wymondham Train Station is 1 mile. For student who are travelling further afield, there are a couple of local B&B’s to stay at.
Maxine and her team have extensive knowledge within the canine Industry. As a tutor and Assessor wants to pass on her knowledge and understanding to all her students.
Full details of our dog grooming training courses are available below.
All courses are tailored to each student. Flexible training and payment plans are on offer.
Try before you sign up for your course. Come in for the day and get hands on with the dogs, start your learning journey by washing, drying, and brushing dogs. This is a great way to see if would like to sign up. On the day you can ask as many questions as you like and take away all the information you need.
If you would like more information or would like to book call the salon 01953 797280 or email vanityfurrgrooming@outlook.com
https://www.ipetnetwork.co.uk/ipet-network-canine-and-feline-qualifications/qualifications/
iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management – Qualification Number 603/5945/6
The qualification is designed for Candidates who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish a range of dog breeds, understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon, practice business management and gain skills in canine emergency first aid. The course is delivered over a minimum of 30 days practical training with additional theory work to be completed at home.
iPET Network are proud to have developed this NEW qualification in the Animal Care and Veterinary Science sector. Over the period of 30 days at one of our Training Providers, candidates will groom at least 20 dogs to include a minimum of 10 different breeds, covering 6 different coat types but often many more. There are no pre-requisites to starting the qualification, meaning candidates can join at level 3 without having completed a lower level (level 2) course first which can be a huge cost saving to candidates.
Candidates will be trained in practical skills such as prepping, bathing, scissoring, clipping, styling and nail trimming on a variety of dog breeds.
Units included within this qualification are:
301: Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment
302: Promote the Welfare of Dogs conforming with Relevant Legislation
303: Customer Care and Managing Complaints
304: Assess and Plan Dog Grooming Styles and Maintenance of Equipment
305: Health Checking, Handling and Canine Behaviour
306: Prepare, Style and Finish a range of Dog Breeds
307: Canine Emergency First Aid
308: Planning the Operation of a Small Canine Business
Uniquely, candidates are continually assessed via practical demonstration and coursework. There is no requirement to sit an formal exam in order to achieve the qualification. This holistic approach has been welcomed by candidates to our Training Provider from across the UK, Ireland and Internationally. iPET Network designed the qualification to have an excellent balance of theoretical and practical learning. Feedback suggests that this qualification takes the pressure out of adult learning and this approach appeals to a wide range of Candidates. Our Training Providers are striving to improve industry standards by ensuring Candidates walk out fully qualified, confident and competent in dog grooming.
The iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management will demonstrate to an employer or the general public that candidates have the necessary technical skills and knowledge to successfully groom a range of dog breeds. This is a formal, regulated, nationally recognised qualification that will remain relevant throughout the Candidates career and can only be achieved by reaching the required skill level. It has been designed specifically for those looking to become professional dog groomers or those who already groom dogs (as a hobby or career) but do not currently hold a nationally recognised qualification. This approach and elements are unique to our course syllabus making the qualification a more rounded and robust qualification.
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling – Qualification Number 603/5990/0
The qualification is designed for Candidates who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish a selections of dog breeds, understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon and gain an understanding of heath checking, handling and canine behaviour. The course is delivered over a minimum of 15 days practical training with 2 days theory work, there will be additional theory to be completed at home.
iPET Network are proud to have developed this NEW qualification in the Animal Care and Veterinary Science sector. Over the period of 15 days at one of our Training Providers, candidates will groom at least 10 dogs to include a minimum of 5 different breeds, covering 4 different coat types. There are no pre-requisites to starting the qualification, meaning candidates can join at level 3 without having completed a lower level (level 2) course first.
Candidates will be trained in practical skills such as prepping, bathing, scissoring, clipping, styling and nail trimming on a selection of dog breeds.
Units included within this qualification are:
301: Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment
302: Promote the Welfare of Dogs conforming with Relevant Legislation
304: Assess and Plan Dog Grooming Styles and Maintenance of Equipment
305: Health Checking, Handling and Canine Behaviour
317: Prepare, Style and Finish a Selection of Dog Breeds
Uniquely, candidates are continually assessed via practical demonstration and coursework. There is no requirement to sit an formal exam in order to achieve the qualification. This holistic approach has been welcomed by candidates to our Training Provider from across the UK, Ireland and Internationally. iPET Network designed the qualification to have an excellent balance of theoretical and practical learning. Feedback suggests that this qualification takes the pressure out of adult learning and this approach appeals to a wide range of Candidates. Our Training Providers are striving to improve industry standards by ensuring Candidates gain the required qualification and become confident and competent in dog grooming.
The iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming and Introduction to Styling will demonstrate to an employer or the general public that Candidates understand the core principles of Dog Grooming and have been introduced to styling techniques. Candidates will leave with a foundation of knowledge base to continue learning or working in the Dog Grooming Industry.
It has been designed specifically for those looking to start the journey in Dog Grooming or those who already groom dogs (as a hobby) but would like to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming – Qualification Number 603/6031/8
The qualification is designed for Candidates who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to prepare, style and finish several dog breeds and understand health and safety in a dog grooming salon. The course is delivered over a minimum of 5 days practical training with additional theory to be completed at home.
iPET Network are proud to have developed this NEW qualification in the Animal Care and Veterinary Science sector. Over the period of 5 days at one of our Training Providers, candidates will groom at least 3 dogs to include a minimum of 2 different breeds, covering 2 different coat types. There are no pre-requisites to starting the qualification, meaning candidates can join at level 3 without having completed a lower level (level 2) course first.
Candidates will be trained in practical skills such as prepping, bathing, scissoring, clipping, styling and nail trimming on several dog breeds.
Units included within this qualification are:
301: Health and Safety in a Dog Grooming Environment
318: Prepare, Style and Finish Several Dog Breeds
Uniquely, candidates are continually assessed via practical demonstration and coursework. There is no requirement to sit a formal exam in order to achieve the qualification. This holistic approach has been welcomed by candidates to our Training Provider from across the UK, Ireland and Internationally. iPET Network designed the qualification to have an excellent balance of theoretical and practical learning. Feedback suggests that this qualification takes the pressure out of adult learning and this approach appeals to a wide range of Candidates. Our Training Providers are striving to improve industry standards by ensuring Candidates gain the required qualification and become confident and competent in dog grooming.
The iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming will demonstrate to an employer or the general public that Candidates have a basic understanding of dog grooming principles. Candidates will leave with a basic knowledge base to continue learning or working in the Dog Grooming Industry. It has been designed specifically for those looking to start the journey into Dog Grooming or those who already groom dogs (as a hobby) but would like to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
The link below is to the iPET Network Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming – Qualification Guide, this document provides more information and breakdown of the units included.
iPET Network Level 3 Award in Canine Emergency First Aid – Qualification Number 603/5953/5
iPET Network are proud to have developed the FIRST regulated Canine Emergency First Aid in the Animal Care and Veterinary Science sector.
The iPET Network Level 3 Award in Canine Emergency First Aid is perfect for owners and professionals alike who want to be prepared should a pet need emergency treatment. The qualification covers the most commonly faced canine needs such as how to treat injury, dressing wounds, allergic reactions, stings, poisoning, choking, seizures, CPR, hypothermia and much more.
The qualification is an excellent balance of theoretical and practical learning to ensure Candidates have the knowledge required should they ever be faced with an emergency first aid situation.
This qualification is valid for 3 years before requiring a refresher training day.
iPET Network Level 4 Higher Professional Diploma in Dog Grooming – Qualification Number 610/3200/1 (link to qualification on Ofqual register)
iPET Network are proud to have developed this NEW qualification in the Animal Care and Veterinary Science sector. The iPET Network Level 4 Higher Professional Diploma in Dog Grooming is designed to be flexible to meet the real life needs and circumstances of its Candidates. It is aimed at Candidates that can demonstrate their expertise in understanding an excellent standard of dog grooming styling skills for both breed standard and freestyle grooming. They must demonstrate a high level of knowledge in relation to canine welfare, managing behaviour and business operations, developing their personal and professional development and gaining skills in canine emergency first aid at work.
Leading industry experts have been consulted and reviewed this qualification to ensure the outcome is appropriate for the Dog Grooming industry and the continued growth and development of the sector.
The qualification is an excellent balance of theoretical and practical learning to ensure that vocational skills lead the qualification with underpinned knowledge developed throughout.
This qualification is aimed to lead Candidates into being able to develop established dog grooming skills to a superior and professional level.
This qualification has been designed to enable Candidates to:
Units included within this qualification are:
420: Canine Care, Anatomy and Welfare
421: Professionally Style a Range of Dog Breeds
422: Canine Behaviour Management
423: Managing a Dog Grooming Business
424: Personal Professional Development
iPET Network Level 3 Award in Hand Stripping – Qualification Number 610/3210/4 (link to qualification on Ofqual register)
The iPET Network Level 3 Award in Hand Stripping is aimed at Candidates who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to hand strip a range of breeds and styles whilst carrying out safe handling techniques.
This qualification is a balance of theoretical and practical learning to ensure that vocational skills lead study with underpinned knowledge developed throughout. During the qualification you will have hands-on experience and practice, in choosing to style a wire or silky coated breed.
The qualification will take you through the theory of wire and silk coated breeds and the different UK Kennel Club breed groups whilst you learn the basics of canine coat growth, different hand stripping methods, techniques and tools to use and their benefits. The qualification also covers the factors that affect Hand Stripping and after Hand Stripping care.
iPET Network Level 2 Award in First Aid for Dogs – Qualification Number 610/3440/X (link to qualification on Ofqual register)
The iPET Network Level 2 Award in First Aid for Dogs is an ideal starter qualification for dog owners and animal care students who want to be prepared should a dog under their care need emergency treatment. The qualification is designed to introduce the basic theory concepts of the most commonly faced first aid scenarios to include wounds, choking, poisoning, seizures, heat-related illness and water inhalation. This qualification provides an introduction to the theoretical knowledge required to respond quickly and effectively in emergencies and allows the opportunity to progress to study canine first aid at Level 3.
This qualification has been designed to enable Candidates to:
The iPET Network Level 2 Award in First Aid for Dogs consists of one mandatory theory unit:
Unit 226: First Aid for Dogs
iPET Network Level 2 Award in First Aid for Dogs
GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 4 hours
TQT (Total Qualification Time): 6 hours
