Foundations of Grooming

When a deposit for course has been paid and the course position confirmed, should you wish to cancel, a credit on the deposit will be provided for 12 months.

The USI scheme has been developed to assist all students attending Nationally Recognised Training to have the ability to access their training achievements in one location. This will save you from having to carry a portfolio of certificates around with you in the future. Since 1 January 2016 any Qualifications or Units of Competency you achieve will be available when you login. You will be able to access transcripts and provide them to prospective employers or to training organisations to recognise the achievements you hold.
If you are enrolling in or completing a course that is Nationally Recognised you must provide the Training Organisation your USI number to receive a certificate.

A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a reference number made up of 10 digits which could be numbers and letters that give you access to your own training records. You will have one USI number for your lifetime. You can create and manage your USI details at www.usi.gov.au

Part 5 of the Student Identifiers Act 2014 states that Registered Training Organisations must not issue certificates if a USI number is not provided by the student.

A USI is effectively a reference number allocated to each student. When students attend training they will need to provide it to their Training Organisation which will allow for their records to be updated in one location. This will also assist Training Organisations in checking pre-requisites as well as completing Credit Transfers and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Currently, it is not mandatory to hold formal qualifications as a groomer. However, obtaining a certificate qualification gives you a competitive edge. A certificate from Heiniger Academy demonstrates your commitment to professionalism and is backed by an industry-leading company in a highly competitive and in-demand market.

Pets hold a special place in their owners’ hearts—sometimes even more than children! Discerning pet owners seek the confidence that comes with a certified groomer, ensuring their beloved companions receive the highest level of care and pampering.

Yes you do. This course is divided into theory and practical components. The practical component includes 100% hands-on training and multiple question and answer components onlibe with Heiniger, where you’ll apply your knowledge and skills by grooming a variety of dog breeds.

At this time there is no government funding for this course, however, we do have funding options available or if you are a student your parents or guardian may opt to pay this for you. We do have payment plans available.