FULL COURSE PRICE £2,999

Looking to start a career in dog grooming or build on your existing skills? Our in-depth 20-Day Grooming Stylist Course offers the perfect foundation for anyone stepping into the world of professional dog grooming. Designed for complete beginners or those with limited experience, this hands-on programme provides a thorough introduction to all essential grooming techniques.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to safely prepare dogs for grooming, identify different coat types, use a range of grooming tools, and understand basic canine anatomy. You’ll also move on into learning different grooming styles, salon hygiene, handling techniques, and dog behaviour—all the knowledge you need to work confidently and competently in a grooming salon or mobile setup.

Whether your goal is to become a certified dog groomer, work in an established salon, or eventually launch your own pet grooming business, this course gives you the practical experience, professional knowledge, and confidence to succeed.

Why choose this course?

All of our grooming programmes at Riber Pets Groom School are designed to work together—each one seamlessly "bolts on" to the next. This means you can continue your training at your own pace, without the need for large upfront investments.

Enrol today and take your first step toward a rewarding future in dog grooming. Your journey starts here!

BACK TO OUR GROOMING COURSES

LEARN THE MAGIC BEHIND DOG GROOMING

  • Your first 8 days of training includes everything covered in our 8-Day Assistant Stylist Course to make you you've got the foundations covered.

  • DOG ANATOMY

    Think you know your way round a dog? Start with Basic Anatomy, learn a Dog's Danger Points and move on to Advanced Anatomy!

  • COAT GROWTH CYCLES & HAIR TYPES

    Not all hairs were grown equal and they have a life cycle! Learn the stages of growth, shedding and regrowth.

  • BODY CLIPPING

    Get confident using clippers and comb attachments to style a dog's body to the correct length while carefully observing danger points.

  • OUTLINE TRIMMING

    Build confidence using scissors learning outline trims including legs, bums and undercarriage

  • LEG CLIPPING & SCISSORING

    Achieve different finishes by using comb attachments and scissors to style a dog's legs.

  • HEAD GROOMING

    Learn to style different head shapes according to customer's preference and breed type.

  • KENNEL CLUB UK GROUPS

    Learn how to identify different Kennel Club Groups, their coat types and breed categories.

  • COMMON HEALTH DISORDERS & CHARACTERISTICS

    Learn how to identify common ear, eye and skin problems as well as parasites and zoonotic diseases.

  • EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

    Learn about how equipment maintenance keeps your salon safe and saves you money!

  • RECORD KEEPING

    This is key! Learn why keeping accurate client records is key and how to store them according to legislation.

  • Assessments

    NOT SCARY - Get feedback from trainers throughout to track your progress and focus on key areas to get you where you need to be.

We have schools in Matlock, Duffield amd Etwall so are perfectly positioned for students across Derbyshire and the surrounding areas.

You are welcome to visit any of our locations before your training starts with us - Come and say hi!