Find a Dog Grooming School Near You
Looking to learn dog grooming? Check out schools, TAFEs, and training providers across Australia and NZ, including igroomschool partners offering hands-on, industry-based certification.
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Dog Diversity Grooming School
Location: Seddon, Victoria
One of Melbourne's most established grooming schools, offering small-cohort hands-on training from a working salon environment, with pathways into igroomschool Industry Certification, short courses, Certificate III practicum, and DIY classes for pet owners.
Elite Dog Grooming Academy
Location: Oak Flats, NSW
Elite Dog Grooming Academy Oak Flats, NSW. Small-class hands-on training in two, four, and six-week formats led by Tiarne, a multi-award-winning competition groomer and member of Groom Team Australia, with private tuition and DIY options also available.
South Metropolitan TAFE
Location: Bentley, WA
A two-semester, full-time Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming) delivered through a dedicated on-campus pet grooming clinic, with 100 hours of industry work placement included.
Australian Academy of Professional Pet Grooming
Location: Gymea, NSW
A nationally accredited, hands-on school offering a wide range of courses from Certificate III and grooming assistant through to advanced breed styling, with small classes, strong employer connections, and accommodation available for interstate students.
Petbarn Grooming Academy
Locations: We offer courses in select locations in Qld, NSW, VIC and WA.
Multiple locations (QLD, NSW, VIC, WA). A five-week nationally accredited Certificate III course delivered in partnership with Heiniger Academy, with small classes of three students and a practical pet grooming short course option also available.
KT's Dog & Cat Grooming Academy
Location: Berwick, WA
A state-of-the-art academy run by third-generation groomer Kylie Tatti, offering hands-on training in dog and cat grooming alongside Certificate III, with seminars from guest industry artists and a focus on business skills alongside technique.
Pet Stylist Academy
Location: Broadbeach Waters, QLD
A Gold Coast-based RTO delivering nationally accredited qualifications in dog grooming from Certificate III through to Bather/Brusher level, with government funding available for eligible Queensland and NSW students.
Before You Enrol
Choosing the right course is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a new groomer. These articles cover what to look for, what to avoid, and what happens after you graduate.
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