Become a Certified Professional Dog Groomer
Hands-on, iPET Network accredited courses taught by award-winning groomer Abi Maguire inside a real working salon.
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Abi Maguire
Led by experienced dog groomer and educator Abi Maguire, Birmingham Dog Grooming Academy combines expert tuition with a supportive, small-group environment inside our working salon.
Over the last decade, Abi has competed internationally, winning awards in grooming competitions across multiple breeds and styles. Now she plans to take her knowledge and educate the future dog groomers of the UK.
We Have A Wide Range Of Courses
Start Your Journey With Us
iPET Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming
iPET Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming & Styling
iPET Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming & Salon Management
Who are we?
About The Academy
Led by experienced dog groomer and educator Abi Maguire, Birmingham Dog Grooming Academy combines expert tuition with a supportive, small-group environment inside our working salon.
Over the last decade, Abi has competed internationally, winning awards in grooming competitions across multiple breeds and styles. Now she plans to take her knowledge and educate the future dog groomers of the UK.
Our Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it
"Abi trained me to groom 9 years ago. The training gave me the skills I needed to groom all breeds of dogs to breed standard, how to deal with different types of dog behaviour and when to ask for help if needed.
From this I went on to open my own successful grooming salon which I wouldn’t have done without the training Abi provided so thank you! Abi was so patient and understanding and we still maintain a great relationship today, fully recommend."
Coral
Owner and Groomer at Precious Paws
Ofqual Qualifications by Registered Trainers
We Are An Approved iPet Network Training Provider
Any Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What Courses Do You Offer?
We deliver a wide range of iPET Network regulated qualifications, including:
- Level 2 Award in Canine Body Language
- Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming
- Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming & Introduction to Styling
- Level 3 Award in Canine First Aid
- Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming & Salon Management
We also run Birmingham Dog Grooming Academy Certificated Courses, Taster Days, “Learn to Groom Your Own Dog” workshops, and specialist CPD workshops.
How much do your courses cost?
Prices vary depending on the course. For example:
- iPET Level 2 Award in Canine Body Language: £300
- iPET Level 3 Award in an Introduction to Dog Grooming: £1,200
- iPET Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming & Styling: £3,850
- iPET Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming & Salon Management: £6,450 (fast-track option £3,500)
- Canine First Aid: from £75 per person (group rates available)
- BDGA Certificated Courses: from £1,200
- Taster Day: £200 (with a £50 voucher towards further training)
- Learn to Groom Your Own Dog: from £150
Full details and course descriptions are available on our course pages.
When do your courses run?
Our courses are usually taught across various weekdays from 9:30am to 5:00pm. Exact days and times will be agreed individually with each student to provide flexibility.
Who can join your courses?
Most of our courses are open to anyone aged 16+ (or 14+ for some short courses such as the Canine Body Language Award). No prior experience is required for entry-level qualifications or our own Academy courses.
How many people are taught at one time?
For most grooming courses, we keep class sizes very small to ensure plenty of one-to-one guidance. All grooming-based qualifications and Academy certificated courses are capped at a maximum of 2 learners at a time.
The exceptions are the Canine First Aid and Canine Body Language courses, which can be delivered in groups of up to 10 learners.
What qualifications will I receive?
Depending on the course you choose, you will receive either:
- An Ofqual regulated iPET Network qualification, recognised by employers across the grooming industry.
- Or a Birmingham Dog Grooming Academy Certificate, for our salon-certificated courses and workshops.
Do students get to work on real dogs?
Yes. All our grooming courses are taught in a real working salon, where you will gain hands-on experience with a wide variety of dog breeds and coat types.
Do you offer grooming services for dogs?
Yes – we provide reduced-rate grooming appointments for “model dogs” used in our students’ training. Prices start from £25 for small breeds (e.g. Shih Tzus, Yorkshire Terriers). Appointments typically last 3 to 4 hours and dogs are given comfort breaks throughout.
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