Competence in Dog Walking Certificate Level 2
Course Overview
Competence in Dog Walking Certificate Level 2
You will gain the practical skills and knowledge that are important for working as a competent dog walker.
Achievement of this qualification demonstrates to employers or the public that you have the practical skills and knowledge they are looking for when recruiting/seeking the services of a
dog walker.
Understand the roles, responsibilities and requirements of an individual who wishes to offer a professional dog walking service.
This qualification covers the following skills:
• Roles and responsibilities of a professional dog walker
• Legislation and Codes of Practice
• Breeds and behaviour
• Walking and controlling a dog
• Problems, injuries and emergencies
Located at: Wigfield Farm campus
Course Start: 05 October 2026
Course length: 4 Weeks
Day(s) of study: Thursday
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QANIDGW201
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
£500. Full fee payable.
If the course is listed as 'full fee payable', you will have to pay for the course.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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The course information on this page was last updated 10 July 2026.
