Basic Course
Basic Course
Course Start
November 2026 – Registration Now Open
Availability
Only 1 Place Remaining
Location
Berlin – Reinickendorf
What You'll Learn
✔ Hands-on Training with Real Dogs
✔ Small Group Learning
✔ Certificate of Completion
✔ Professional Salon Experience
Course Information
Format: Weekday Course
Duration: 2 Weeks
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Included in Every Course
Both course formats follow the same curriculum and include identical practical training, learning materials and a Certificate of Completion. The only difference is the course schedule.
Who Is This Course Designed For?
Ideal for:
✔ Complete beginners with no prior grooming experience
✔ Anyone wishing to build a solid foundation in professional dog grooming
✔ Career changers looking for a practical new profession
✔ Dog owners who want to learn professional grooming techniques for their own dogs
What will you learn in the basic course?
Module 1 – Foundations of Professional Dog Grooming
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Workspace organisation
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Hygiene and safety standards
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Safe handling and restraint of dogs
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Basics of coat and skin care
Module 2 – Grooming Tools & Equipment
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Scissors, clippers and attachment combs
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Brushes, combs and essential grooming tools
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Understanding coat types and proper care
Module 3 – Bathing & Drying
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Professional bathing techniques
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Salon-standard drying methods
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Preparing the coat for grooming
Module 4 – First Grooming Techniques
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Basic scissor and clipper skills
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Simple trims and smooth transitions
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Common beginner mistakes and how to avoid them
All training is practical, easy to follow and taught using real dogs.
How the Course Works
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2-week practical training
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Small groups for maximum individual attention
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Real dogs – real grooming experience
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Professional salon environment in Berlin
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Continuous guidance from an experienced instructor
By the end of the course, you'll have the confidence to perform your first basic grooming procedures independently.
Why Choose Miez & Mops Academy?
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Train in a real professional dog grooming salon
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Small groups for individual attention
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Personal guidance throughout the course
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Over 17 years of professional grooming experience
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Instructor certified at IGA Level 9 (International Grooming Association)
No large classes. No pre-recorded videos. Just real hands-on training with real dogs.
Course Fee
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Duration: 2 weeks (Monday–Friday)
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Course Fee: €1,800
Included in the price:
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Practical training
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Learning materials
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Certificate of Completion
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Ongoing support during the course
