Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to groom the different coat types that occur in dogs.
This unit applies to individuals working in the companion animal industry sector where dog grooming services are provided under supervision. These individuals take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. This includes using discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Classify dogs using Australian breed standards | 1.1 Identify features of conformation for dog breeds recognised in Australia 1.2 Recognise colours for each breed 1.3 Identify coat types and characteristics for each breed 1.4 Identify grooming requirements in accordance with breed standard |
2. Select and operate grooming tools | 2.1 Determine care requirements of each coat type 2.2 Identify and use tools and equipment used in dog grooming for specific breed needs 2.3 Identify hazards associated with the use of grooming tools and equipment, and manage risks 2.4 Complete maintenance and cleaning of grooming tools |
3. Determine dog coat type management requirements | 3.1 Determine purpose of grooming 3.2 Select grooming tools, equipment and products for specific coat type requirements 3.3 Complete dog grooming techniques for body and tail grooming for a range of coat types 3.4 Complete dog grooming techniques for head grooming for a range of coat types 3.5 Complete dog grooming techniques for legs and feet grooming for a range of coat types |
4. Groom dogs for specific breed and coat requirements | 4.1 Complete grooming techniques for show or breed standard requirements 4.2 Select grooming finishing products and apply to specific coat types 4.3 Manage waste and biosecurity risks 4.4 Complete records as required by employer |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Interpret instruction manuals for equipment used for grooming |
Numeracy | Dilution rates of shampoo and coat products |
Sectors
Grooming (GRM)