ACM30122 Certificate III Animal Care Services - Grooming Electives

The Certificate III in Animal Care Services with a specialisation in pet grooming provides the essential skills and certification for aspiring grooming professionals. This qualification prepares you for diverse roles in the grooming industry and animal care facilities, focusing on bathing, grooming, skin/coat care, and sourcing grooming information. Perfect for those already working or training in a grooming salon, this course combines hands-on placement with one day of classroom learning each week.

*Placements require at least two full days per week in a grooming salon or exposure to a variety of breeds needing grooming.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, though some experience with handling animals would be beneficial.

No matter where you’re based in Australia, we’ve got you covered with flexible delivery options.

This course is designed to be completed within 12 months.

We offer five intakes per year: January, February, April, July, and October.

Core Units:

ACMBEH301 Identify behaviours and interact safely with animals

This unit will allow you to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to identify and interpret behaviour and safely handle, interact and respond to animals in a range of animal care facilities and environments. It can be applied to a range of animal species

ACMGEN315 Communicate effectively with clients and team members

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with clients, a supervisor, team members and industry representatives.

ACMGEN303 Assess welfare status of an animal

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the welfare status of an animal using an industry recognised animal welfare assessment framework or model and tool.

ACMGEN304 Promote positive wellbeing for self and others in animal care workplaces

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow animal health management practices to monitor animal health via daily observations of behaviour and condition. The animals may include a range of species housed long-term or cared for short-term in a workplace

ACMGEN309 Provide basic animal first aid

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide essential first aid for animals. The first aider is not expected to deal with complex cases or incidents, but to provide an initial response where first aid is required.

ACMINF301 Comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal care work

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to comply with biosecurity and infection control policies and procedures in animal care workplaces and relevant field locations. Workplaces may include veterinary practices, catteries/kennels/shelters, pet grooming and equine services.

ACMWHS301 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, support and contribute to work health and safety processes in an animal care environment.

Pre-chosen electives

ACMGEN312 Provide nutritional requirements for animals

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare rations based on animal species needs and availability of food products.

ACMBEH302 Provide enrichment for animals

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide enrichment to stimulate, replenish and maintain appropriate behavioural patterns of all animals, including those housed short-term or long-term in an animal care facility

ACMGEN311 Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow animal health management practices to monitor animal health via daily observations of behaviour and condition. The animals may include a range of species housed long-term or cared for short-term in a workplace.

ACMGEN205 Source and provide information for animal care needs

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to source, interpret and provide information on animal care products and services to complete workplace tasks and to provide information to others.

ACMSPE316 Provide general care of domestic dogs

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify dogs and their behavioural and physical needs, and provide daily care requirements.

ACMGRM201 Bath, dry and brush domestic dogs

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to bath/wash, dry and brush domestic dogs with different coat types.

ACMGRM303 Provide sanitary and hygiene grooms for companion animals

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake sanitary and hygiene grooms, including complete shaves or clips for companion animals, to maintain and/or restore animal health and welfare. It assumes a working knowledge of basic pet first aid and species-specific behaviour and handling.

ACMGRM304 Perform grooms on cross breed dogs

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and groom the different coat types that occur in cross breed dogs. It covers selecting and safely applying appropriate grooming techniques, including scissoring and clipping, for different coat types.

ACMGRM305 Groom to breed style and coat reqs

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to groom dogs to meet specific breed and coat requirements. This unit applies to pet style grooms based on breed standards.

ACMGRM403 Enhance coat and skin condition

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and evaluate the condition of companion animal coat and skin and provide appropriate products and services in consultation with clients.

Already have qualifications or experience? Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows your existing skills and knowledge to be assessed for credit. Contact us for more details about the process and associated fees.

• Expert Training: Learn from experienced professionals who specialise in animal behaviour and training.
• Exclusive Placements: Immerse yourself in 44 weeks of hands-on experience at behaviour-focused centres or shelters.
• Workplace Insurance: Stay covered throughout your practical training and placements.
• Personalised Learning: Enjoy small class sizes for tailored mentoring and support.
• Ongoing Support: Benefit from one-on-one check-ins to track your progress and achieve your goals.
• Industry Networking: Build connections with industry leaders and open doors to rewarding career opportunities.

• Comprehensive digital textbooks and study resources.
• Additional tools to support your learning journey.