The cost of tuition is as stated for each of the individual courses as listed. All course fees must be paid in full in accordance with the terms stated. A booking form must be completed and accompanied by a deposit before a reservation on the course will be confirmed.

All deposits are non-refundable under any circumstances. The balance of the course must be paid before the commencement of all courses, unless an instalment plan has been agreed. Should a student cancel their booking within 28 days of the commencement date of the course, the Dog Grooming Training Academy Ltd will endeavour to sell that place to another student, failing which all fees will be forfeited and any outstanding balance will become due immediately.

Courses are tailored to suit the student and an attendance schedule will be agreed when booking a place on a course. Once a booking is made, the course days cannot be changed. Failure to attend booked days will result in a loss of those course days. Should these days need to be rebooked to meet the Guided Learning Hours required for the chosen qualification, a £130 charge will apply to rebook the day.

5 working days or more notice of needing to rearrange a training day – £35 admin fee.

The Dog Grooming Training Academy Ltd reserve the right to refuse to accept a student for whom they feel any course is unsuitable. No reason for such a decision may be given.

Students are expected to be punctual and to co-operate with colleagues so as to ensure the smooth running and congenial atmosphere of the salon throughout the duration of the course. Training courses begin at 09:30hrs and finish at approximately 16:30hrs each day.

In the event of any course having to be cancelled by the Dog Grooming Training Academy Ltd before completion, for whatever reason, participating students will be offered a refund proportionate to the time lost, or offered the opportunity to continue the course at a time mutually agreed.

In the event of any course having to be cancelled by the Dog Grooming Training Academy Ltd prior to the start date, for whatever reason, a full refund will be made to the student. It should be noted that the Dog Grooming Training Academy Ltd accepts no liability for additional expenses such as travelling, accommodation fees or other related costs that may have been incurred.

Students are fully covered by insurance for any dogs they groom, throughout the duration of their course.

The Dog Grooming Training Academy Ltd advise all students to ensure their tetanus vaccinations are up to date and except no liability for any student who does not do so.

For students studying for nationally recognised qualifications the following applies:-

An assessment (this is called a summative assessment) will take place at the end of the course.

Students will be required to complete all assigned units before assessment date.

Courses are required to be completed within the registration timeframe.

For students studying an ‘in-house’ course the following applies:-

Courses must be completed within 12 months.

Any allocated theory must be completed within two months of the last practical day.

Students are asked to give details of any medical conditions, disabilities, or allergies. Dog grooming is a physically demanding job and involves standing for long periods and some lifting. If you have any concerns regarding potential health issues, please make us aware before booking a place on the course and consult your own G.P.

For insurance purposes, all learners must be 16 and over to complete any of our courses.

Contact lenses are not appropriate for wearing whilst grooming. Jewellery is also unacceptable. Sensible footwear and clothing is the uniform of the day.

These Terms & Conditions constitute a contract between the Student and The Dog Grooming Training Academy Ltd.