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Professional Certificate in Pet Grooming for Pet Therapy Volunteers

Are you passionate about animals and looking to make a difference through pet therapy? Our Professional Certificate in Pet Grooming is designed for individuals interested in volunteering with pets for therapy purposes. This comprehensive course covers grooming techniques, handling skills, and pet behavior knowledge to ensure you can provide the best care for therapy animals. Whether you're a pet lover looking to give back to the community or a therapy volunteer wanting to enhance your grooming skills, this program is perfect for you. Start your learning journey today! Professional Certificate in Pet Grooming for Pet Therapy Volunteers offers a comprehensive program designed for individuals looking to enhance their skills in pet grooming for the purpose of supporting pet therapy initiatives. This course provides hands-on training in grooming techniques, handling practices, and pet behavior, equipping volunteers with practical skills to effectively groom and care for therapy animals. Participants will benefit from personalized feedback, self-paced learning opportunities, and access to industry experts. By completing this certificate, volunteers will be better prepared to provide therapeutic support to vulnerable populations through the positive interactions facilitated by well-groomed and happy therapy pets.

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Course structure

• Introduction to Pet Grooming for Pet Therapy Volunteers
• Understanding Canine Behavior
• Canine Handling and Restraint Techniques
• Proper Bathing and Drying Procedures
• Canine Skin and Coat Care
• Canine Health and First Aid
• Canine Grooming Tools and Equipment
• Canine Breed Specific Grooming
• Canine Nail Trimming and Ear Cleaning
• Canine Styling and Finishing Touches

Course fee

The fee for the programme is as follows:

: £140

Standard mode - 2 months: £90

Are you a pet therapy volunteer looking to enhance your skills in pet grooming? Our Professional Certificate in Pet Grooming is designed specifically for volunteers like you who work with therapy animals. The program covers essential grooming techniques, animal handling, and pet psychology to help you provide the best care for therapy pets.


By completing this certificate, you will learn how to groom different types of animals, including dogs, cats, and small mammals. You will also gain valuable knowledge on skin and coat care, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and more. This training will not only benefit the animals you work with but also improve your overall volunteer experience.


The Professional Certificate in Pet Grooming for Pet Therapy Volunteers is a self-paced program that can be completed in as little as 12 weeks. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience in grooming, this course will help you develop the skills and confidence needed to groom therapy animals effectively.


This certificate is aligned with current trends in animal care and grooming practices, ensuring that you are up-to-date with the latest industry standards. By completing this program, you will be better equipped to handle the grooming needs of therapy animals and contribute positively to their well-being.

Year Number of Pet Therapy Volunteers
2018 10,000
2019 12,000
2020 15,000

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