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[NP-BDG-F] Basic Dog Grooming

Offered by School of Life Sciences & Chemical Technology

Non-Certifiable Courses

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Area of interest
Beauty, Lifestyle & Wellness, Business

About Course

Course Objectives

Participants will understand the importance of dog grooming in maintaining the health and hygiene of canine companions. They will acquire the knowledge and skills of basic dog grooming including the basics of styling to make canine companions presentable and attractive.

Course Description

Topics covered are:
a) Handle and restrain animals properly for grooming
b) Clip and file the nails of dogs
c) Perform cleaning of the ears of dogs
d) Perform basic styling, shaving, and clipping of dog fur
e) Perform anal gland expression
f) Understand and perform the techniques involved in pre-showering, showering and drying of dogs after shower
g) Assess and maintain dental hygiene
h) Perform de-ticking of dogs
i) Perform undercoat grooming and de-matting of dog fur
j) Understand the use of dog grooming tools

Faux fur is provided for participant who does not have a dog to practice on cutting.

Target Audience

Individuals who are looking to attend foundational lessons to be able to groom their pet dogs effectively at home and individuals who aspire to join the pet grooming industry.

Trainer's Profile

Foo Yee Woon

Yee Woon started her professional pet grooming career in 2005. She attained her Certified Salon Professional and her Certified Professional Groomer certification in 2018 and 2020 respectively by International Professional Groomers (IPG) Inc., USA. In her 14 years as a full time and freelance groomer, she has groomed countless different dog breeds and has developed diverse experience and knowledge in dog breed and coat recognition.

Maggie Charn

Maggie Charn has 17 years of experience as a professional pet stylist and educator where she groomed over 28,000 dogs.  She is an instructor for Dog Grooming and Canine First Responder courses. She has also started her own her own pet grooming salon, Dog Haven Grooming Salon, in 2010.

Jeanette Tay

Jeanette Tay is an experienced dog groomer with over four years in the industry and multiple awards, including Best Groomer in SKC and FCI competitions. Trained at Gen Pet Stylist Grooming Academy, she specializes in Pet Clip, Westie and Schnauzer grooming, earning SKC Class B and C certifications. Since founding Waggy Paws in 2021, she has provided expert home-based grooming services. Jeanette’s workshop will equip participants with essential techniques, tips, and hands-on experience in grooming their own pets

Course 
Schedule

  1. Registration Period 18 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025
  2. Course Date 02 Aug 2025
  3. Venue NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC
  4. Mode of Training Classroom
  5. Schedule Info Duration: 1 day
    Time: 9am –   5pm
    Mode of Delivery: Classroom
    Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic

    Schedule may subject to changes. Detailed timetable will only be release upon enrolment and nearer to course commencement date.
  1. Registration Period 02 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025
  2. Course Date 16 Aug 2025
  3. Venue NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC
  4. Mode of Training Classroom
  5. Schedule Info Duration: 1 day
    Time: 9am –   5pm
    Mode of Delivery: Classroom
    Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic

    Schedule may subject to changes. Detailed timetable will only be release upon enrolment and nearer to course commencement date.
  1. Registration Period 09 Jul 2025 - 27 Jul 2025
  2. Course Date 23 Aug 2025
  3. Venue NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC
  4. Mode of Training Classroom
  5. Schedule Info Duration: 1 day
    Time: 9am –   5pm
    Mode of Delivery: Classroom
    Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic

    Schedule may subject to changes. Detailed timetable will only be release upon enrolment and nearer to course commencement date.
Duration: 7 hours [1 day (Saturday)]
Time: 9am to 5pm
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face Classroom
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Schedule may be subject to changes. The detailed timetable will only be released upon enrolment and closer to the course commencement date.

For self-sponsored applicant, you may proceed to apply after signing in with Singpass / Student ID.
For company-sponsored applicant, please approach your company HR to put in the application via the company portal using Corppass at STEP.

Course Structure

TPG course reference No.

TGS-2019507750

Basic Dog Grooming
Basic Dog Grooming (NP-BDG-F)
From basic maintenance to canine hygiene, this 1-day workshop equips you with the skills to give your bestie the personal care it needs from the comfort of your home.

Financial matters

Course fees payable (incl. GST & excl. supplementary fee)

Description Basic Dog Grooming Total course fee
Full Course fee $294.30 $294.30
National Silver Academy (NSA) Funding $159.30 $159.30
National Silver Academy (NSA) Funding $159.30 $159.30

GST rate

The course fees payable above are inclusive of 9% GST rate.

Payment option

The payment needs to be made upon the application is submitted.

Allowed payment by

The course fee allows to be paid by:
SkillsFuture Credits (SFC);
Credit card (e-payment);
Debit card (e-payment);
PayNow (e-payment).

Refund and withdrawal policy

  • Please note that a 100% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted more than or equal to 14 days before the course start date.
  • Please note that a 50% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted less than 14 days before the course start date.
  • Please note that no refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted on or after the course start date.