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Academy

The Paw Pad Parlour & Academy provides an inclusive learning environment for grooming at any level of experience. As the first dog grooming academy in North Devon since 2020, we have been teaching for over 3 years. More than 10 students who completed our course have successfully launched their own businesses.

Our academy is accredited by the Pet Collective Network, founded by Kelly Gayler, known from Pooch Perfect. In partnership with Shelley Hill, we offer the AIM program, featuring a recognized Level 3 Diploma and First Aid Certification.

The 10-month course takes place one day a week on either Thursday or Tuesday, usually from 9 am to 5 pm, with some flexibility to accommodate commitments like school runs. With a maximum of only 3 students per course, each trainee receives personalized 1-on-1 support.

Upon successful completion of the course, graduates have the opportunity to rent a table in our newly revamped salon, equipped with the best grooming facilities on the market. They can go on with their own business with ongoing support.

Course Fees

The Level 3 Diploma costs £5700 plus a £340 admin fee. However, a package of equipment worth over £300 is provided at the beginning of the course. Monthly payments of £570 can be made at the end of each month to help spread the cost.

Our training meets high standards, aiming to prepare you to establish your own dog grooming business after completing the course. Your success in this career path depends on your dedication and time commitment.

For additional questions or information, please contact Alicia at 07532145001 or visit our Facebook page: Paw Pad Parlour & Academy.

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What People Say

Megan Kavanagh
Megan Kavanagh
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I am currently a student at the Paw Pad Parlour completing my level 3. I'm learning so much from Alicia everyday, her knowledge of grooming, handling and dog behaviour is impeccable. I have gained so much confidence in the last 9 months thanks to Alicia. I am really lucky to have her teaching me and sharing her high level of knowledge and skills, she is incredibly patient and will always help point you in the right direction. The hands on salon experience is priceless and I now feel confident to start up my own business at the end of the course. If you are looking to get into grooming or want to work with dogs I would highly recommend her academy! Thank you for all your support Alicia😊🐶
Beth Francis
Beth Francis
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Alicia at Paw Pad Parlour and Academy accepted me as work experience 2 years ago when nobody else would give me a chance. After learning so much, I decided it was worth doing the course and it has been an amazing experience! Alicia has so much knowledge and passion for dog grooming and especially for teaching. She is patient with me and has become a such a good friend to me, and I have gained so much confidence with my grooming over the last few months. I was a complete beginner with no experience or knowledge at all before starting here, so if you're thinking of dog grooming as a career, I 100% recommend Paw Pad Parlour😊
Claire Jennings
Claire Jennings
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I am truly grateful to Alicia who has helped me Immensely on my dog grooming journey. Achieving my level 3 with Alicia through her academy was down to her extensive knowledge, patience and generally her passion for the industry, teaching me all the aspects along the way. I would highly recommend Alicia and the Paw Pad Parlour Academy if you're planning on starting your dog grooming journey. Hands on experience, seeing how a salon is ran on a daily basis and gaining all the knowledge to start on a good foundation. Thank you Alicia🐾🐾🐾
Libby Rippon
Libby Rippon
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Im currently training at the paw pad parlour and i could not recommend alicia enough shes so kind and patient and is really passionate about her job and really loves and cares about all the dogs and clients that come in the salon.
She made me feel so welcome and helped me learn so much in such little time which i never thought i would do. Would really recommend alicia 🙂
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