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Choose shears, clippers, brushes, dryers and products appropriate to your learning stage.
TrimSnelDog Grooming Academy
Nine practical theory modules covering coats, tools, behaviour, safety, first aid and business — with optional personal coaching.
Course materials and personal coaching are currently delivered in Dutch; this English page explains the programme before you enrol.
Every module connects concepts to decisions you should later be able to explain in supervised practice.
Choose shears, clippers, brushes, dryers and products appropriate to your learning stage.
Recognise the main coat categories and understand why each requires a different approach.
Workflow for bathing, drying, brushing and finishing single coats.
Undercoat, guard hair, deshedding and limits that help prevent lasting coat damage.
Foundations of hand stripping, preparation, timing and suitable tools.
Stress signals, bite prevention, lifting and adapting for young, senior or fearful dogs.
Workspace, cleaning, risk assessment and clear stopping points.
Recognise emergency signals, take first steps and know when a vet is needed.
Intake, notes, aftercare, pricing, insurance and salon fundamentals.
Complete online theory programme
€297incl. VAT
Theory programme with personal coaching
€597incl. VAT
Not ready for a complete programme?
Start with the €49.99 theory guideAfter payment is confirmed, we set up your learning environment. You receive access and instructions by email within 48 hours.
No. The modules build theory and preparation. Vocational competence still requires supervised practice with different dogs.
No. Basis+ includes a certificate of participation, not an accredited vocational diploma. Always check the requirements of training providers, employers and industry bodies.