Animal Grooming
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge skill and competence to provide for the needs of animals independently under supervision in a range of animal care contexts.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 weeks. This course will run Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Entry Requirements
• Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course.
• Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher).
• Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
• Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Further information
Start date 15/09/2026
€200
Fees apply to all part-time programmes.
A fee waiver is in place for applicants in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment. You can check your fee waiver eligibility with Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP), INTREO or your Local Employment Service (LES) office.
Learners in employment may also be granted a fee waiver under the Skills to Advance Initiative. For more details on this please contact Claire at business@kerrycollege.ie
During the course you will learn practical information, skills and competence in a variety of grooming methods for small animals. The course is taught by an experienced animal grooming professional.
Classes are held in our fully equipped grooming salon with opportunities to practice your new skills.
Interpret canine, feline and other small animal body language so as to handle, house and groom animals appropriately.
Explain the cycles of hair and nail growth in a variety of dog breeds and other small animals.
Apply knowledge of anatomical skin structure and physical skin appearance in animals so as to be able to suggest skin and coat abnormalities.
Outline potential causes of hair loss and how to deal with them if evident in the grooming facility.
Explain the correct uses of equipment used in the grooming facility and the appropriate maintenance of such equipment.
Use information sources, including dog owner, examination and observations of dog, to plan the grooming process including brushing and de-matting, nail and ear care, bathing, drying and clipping, hand stripping and or cutting as appropriate.
Exercise appropriate handling and restraining of animals during the grooming process.
Select suitable products and equipment for a variety of animals with differing skin and hair types.
Use a variety of grooming equipment including grooming table, dryers, brushes, combs, clippers and others, following best practice.
Exercise initiative to aid the efficient and effective running of the grooming facility.
Deal appropriately with the public and their animals.
Obtain the details required from an owner prior to assuming responsibility for their animal.
Maintain personal and professional health and safety requirements of a grooming facility including personal protective equipment, safe handling and housing of animals, prevention of transmission of disease and safety, health and hygiene of facility for the benefit of the public.
QQI Level 5 Minor Award Certificate in Animal Grooming (5N0752)
Contact our Kerry College Admissions Offices – Tralee on 066 714 9696, Killarney on 064 662 2593 or Parttime@kerrycollege.ie