Qualify to work in a pet grooming salon

Gain job-ready skills for employment in any facility offering pet grooming services including, mobile or shop front salons, veterinary clinics, boarding kennels and pet retail outlets.

This is the most comprehensive qualification for pet grooming in Australia, for students with a genuine empathy for animals, a strong focus on low-stress grooming, communication skills and physical ability to work in the industry.

Pet grooming is an important part of ensuring the overall welfare, health, hygiene and happiness of domestic animals. If you want to make a career out of your passion for our furry friends, this course will provide you with specialised training in all aspects of pet grooming services.

Learn from our team of experienced lecturers who can guide you to build a solid skillset in pet grooming, with a strong focus on low stress grooming and best industry practice. Grow your knowledge in providing a high standard of hygiene grooming for domestic pets including washing, brushing and drying dogs, product selection, using grooming tools and equipment, as well as specific grooming for different dog breeds and coats.

Study in specialist facilities

Our Murdoch campus has a dedicated Pet Grooming Clinic open to the general public which provides a simulated workplace environment. Students can gain hands-on experience in a real-life setting serving clients, taking care of animals and advancing their skills in pet grooming.