Course CatalogDog Grooming

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Would you love to spend your time helping dogs feel their best? QC’s Dog Grooming

course teaches you to safely and expertly groom dogs from start to finish. Learn

how to build positive relationships with your canine clients, how to maintain a dog’s

health, and how to create a polished final look that truly impresses your clients. QC’s

step-by-step course texts and video demonstrations prepare you to groom dogs

of any breed and temperament. The hands-on assignments and practicum units

allow you to practice and improve your skills while receiving detailed feedback from

your tutor, a professional groomer. Graduate from the course with comprehensive

training and practical experience that gives you a competitive edge as an employee

or as a business owner. This is your chance to be creative while working with animals

you love.

THIS COURSE IS BEST FOR THOSE WHO:

• Want to learn how to expertly groom dogs of various breeds and temperaments

• Are passionate about maintaining a dog’s health and appearance

• Want to open their own dog grooming salon

• Are interested in working for an established grooming salon or pet retailer

• Want to work as a freelance, mobile or home-based groomer

Upon graduation, you’ll receive the International Dog Grooming Professional

certificate of completion. You’ll be ready to apply for jobs in the industry or work

towards starting your own dog grooming business.

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Career Possibilities With the proper education and experience, you open the door to a number of career paths:

START YOUR OWN BUSINESS

Be your own boss! Dog grooming is a great industry for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to run

the show. As part of your Dog Grooming course, you’ll receive our business training for free. This

optional course prepares you to launch your own business and grow your clientele.

WORK FOR A SALON OR PET RETAILER

From independent salons to major pet retailers, a skilled groomer is always in demand. If your

goal is to work for an established grooming salon, education is a huge asset. You’ll stand out as a

candidate who has the skills and dedication to get the job done.

WORK FROM HOME

Want to cut the commute? QC Pet Studies prepares you to start a grooming business in the

comfort of your home. You’ll be able to run your own business and set your own hours without

worrying about additional retail costs.

BECOME A MOBILE GROOMER

In today’s fast-paced world, mobile groomers are in high demand. You may choose to invest in a

mobile grooming van or work out of your clients’ homes. Either way, an education will help you

establish credibility and build your client list.

EXPLORE THE INDUSTRY

Once you have an education and experience in dog grooming, you can always branch out into

other areas of the animal care industry. Many dog groomers try their hand at teaching, behavioral

training or even show grooming.

Regardless of your career aspirations, QC Pet Studies will provide you with the skills and support

you need to succeed.

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Unit A • Your career opportunities as a dog groomer

• Health and safety in the workplace

• Dog anatomy

• Managing skin conditions

• Maintaining healthy hair

Unit B• Reading dog behavior

• Dog temperaments

• Meeting your canine clients

• Safety for you and the dog

• The needs analysis

Unit C• Setting up a salon

• Building your toolkit

• Dog grooming equipment

• Using brushes and tools

• Scissor types and techniques

• Working with clippers

Course Curriculum The Dog Grooming course curriculum is divided into thirteen units. The first seven units include full-color course lesson booklets, instructional videos, and assignments designed

to test your knowledge. You’ll also complete the First Aid for Groomers course, which you receive for free upon enrollment. The next five units are Practicum Units that help you

develop your hands-on technique. Finally, you have the option to complete business training, a bonus unit that prepares you to launch and grow the business model of your choice.

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Unit D• Cleaning ears

• Trimming pads

• Clipping nails

• Brushing and deshedding a coat

• Working with mats and tangles

• Bathing and drying a dog

Unit E• Dog groups

• Working with different coat types

• The teddy bear cut

• Popular pet cuts

• Common head cuts, foot cuts, and hygiene cuts

• Adding products and accessories

Unit F• Dogs with special needs

• Working with senior dogs

• Working with difficult dogs

• Grooming puppies

Unit G• Breed standards

• Corrective grooming

• Pattern setting

• Creating a breed profile

Practicum Units• Bathe and dry a dog

• Create the teddy bear cut

• Groom a natural breed

• Groom a terrier

• Groom a Non-sporting breed

Business Essentials (optional)• Starting a dog grooming business

• Creating your brand

• Marketing your business

• Managing your schedule

• Building client relationships

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Take a LookIn this video excerpt from Unit E, Course Instructor Lisa Day shows

you how to trim and shape a dog’s face when creating the highly-

requested teddy bear cut. Assignment D5The Pat and Pull Method

The pat and pull method thoroughly detangles a dog’s coat without scraping his skin. In this assignment,

you will submit a video that shows your ability to brush a dog’s coat using the pat and pull method.

For this assignment you will need the following:

• A video camera and someone to film you

• A dog whose coat will be brushed with a slicker brush

• A signed copy of the release form for assignment D5

• A slicker brush

Guidelines for selecting a dog:

Choose a dog whose coat needs to be brushed with a slicker brush. This includes dogs with most coat

types, including heavy coats, curly coats, double coats, combination coats, wire coats and especially

tangled silky coats. Avoid working with dogs with smooth coats or short coats. Remember that a slick-

er brush is used to detangle long or thick areas of a coat. Ideally, the dog you work with should have

dense or bushy areas that are prone to tangling.

Remember: When you are grooming a dog, he must be safely restrained on a non-slip surface.

Step 1:

Choose an appropriate slicker brush based on the dog’s coat type and condition. A dog with a thin

coat or sensitive, light-colored skin is better suited to a soft slicker brush. A dog with a thick, dense

coat is better suited to a curved slicker brush. However, if the dog’s coat is especially tangled, you will

have to use a curved slicker brush regardless of coat type.

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Your Course Guides and Assignments

You will receive a Course Guide with step-by-step instructions for

working through each unit. The Course Guide will walk you through

how to upload your assignments to the Online Student Center

and how to download your tutor’s evaluation and audio feedback.

Additionally, QC’s helpful Student Support Team is ready to guide

you through the assignments and answer any questions you may

have along the way. Contact the support team by phone, email or

Live Chat – whichever you prefer.

QC’s step-by-step program will guide you through every aspect of

the dog grooming process. The course assignments are designed

to place you in real-world scenarios that develop your hands-on

skills as a professional dog groomer.

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Sample Assignment

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Get Hands-On TrainingGo beyond theory. As part of your course, you’ll complete practical assignments that

provide valuable hands-on experience. You’ll perform some of the most important

grooming procedures from start to finish, including trimming nails, cleaning ears,

bathing and drying a dog, and creating popular cuts. Detailed feedback from your

tutor will allow you to develop your skills and refine your technique.

How will I find dogs to work with?

To complete your practical assignments, you will need to find a variety of dogs to

work with. If you own a dog, you will be able to complete many of the assignments

with him/her. If you don’t own a dog, don’t worry! Your course materials contain

guidelines for finding dogs and obtaining permission to work with them. A few

options include working with a friend or family member’s dog, working with dogs

from a local animal shelter, or posting flyers at a local dog park.

How do I groom dogs in my home?

You will need to set up an at-home workspace to groom dogs and develop your

practical skills. Your course materials include step-by-step instructions for setting up

a safe, functional workspace. You will submit a photograph of your workspace so

your tutor can provide you with feedback and ensure your setup is secure.

You will also need somewhere to bathe dogs before you groom them. Your course

materials outline a number of options, including bathing dogs in your own tub,

bathing dogs outside or bathing dogs at a self-serve wash station. Again, your tutor

will work with you to ensure your setup is safe and practical.

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First Aid for Groomers CourseA bonus course worth $348!

When you groom a dog, you are being entrusted with the welfare of a beloved family

member. At the same time, you are working with animals that can be unpredictable

and temperamental. QC’s First aid training is essential to maintain your wellbeing

and the wellbeing of the dogs you work with. Our First Aid course prepares you to

create a grooming environment that is safe and secure. You’ll learn how to prevent

illness and injury and how to safely respond to emergency situations. Completing

the first aid training will increase your confidence and credibility and will provide

both you and your clients with peace of mind.

Unit A• Introduction to first aid

• Building your first aid kit

• Preventing accidents and injuries

• Assessing a dog’s health

• Responding to emergency situations

• Addressing injuries to the groomer

• Preventing bites and scratches

• Assessing the severity of a wound

• Checking a dog’s vitals

Unit B• Discovering an unconscious dog

• Rescue breathing techniques

• Performing CPR on a dog

• Finding hidden or internal health

issues

• Wound care

• Dehydration and heatstroke

• Responding to seizures, cysts,

burns, bruises and parasites

• Addressing common medical

conditions

learn more about the FIrST aID CoUrSE.

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Free Business TrainingThe dog grooming industry has plenty of opportunities for entrepreneurship. As

you perfect your skills and build your client list, you may decide to open your own

salon or start a business out of your home. When you enroll in Dog Grooming, you’ll

receive the business training for free. This optional unit includes course texts and

assignments that prepare you to start a thriving dog grooming business. You’ll learn

how to:

• Choose a viable location and business model

• Design and set up a salon

• Name and register your business

• Create a cohesive brand personality

• Identify your target market

• Develop marketing strategies and plan promotions

• Manage your finances

• Create a detailed business plan and present it to potential investors

• Determine your services and pricing

• Manage your client relationships

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The Student-Tutor ConnectionOnce you enroll with QC Pet Studies, you’ll be matched with a personal tutor who will review your work and provide you

with in-depth feedback and advice. These accomplished tutors are Certified Master Groomers with years of experience in

the dog grooming industry. They are eager to share their professional insight and to help you achieve your career goals.

Meet Lisa Day

Lisa is a Certified Master Groomer with over 40 years of industry experience. Her

diverse career includes running her own salon, conducting workshops and seminars,

and competing in conformation shows. An award-winning groomer and experienced

teacher, Lisa is passionate about supporting the next generation of dog groomers

and raising the standards of the industry.

Meet Paddy Gaffney

Paddy is a Certified Master Groomer with 17 years of industry experience. A salon

owner and entrepreneur, Paddy has valuable insight into operating a successful dog

grooming business. She is also an artist who appreciates the creativity and detail-

work necessary to produce a polished final look. Paddy is excited to guide students

throughout their course and to ensure they reach their individual goals.

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You’ll be Covered bY QC’s Double Guarantee

21-Day Money Back Guarantee

1-Year Money Back Guarantee

Try the course risk-free for 21 days. This gives you time to receive your course

materials and evaluate whether the dog grooming course is right for you. If you

decide it’s not a good fit, simply contact QC to arrange a return of your course

materials for a refund. It’s that easy!

Note: For sanitary reasons, the clippers and attachment combs provided with the

course cannot be refunded (value $200 US)

That’s right. If after one years of receiving your certificate of completion, you

haven’t earned the equivalent of your tuition fees in dog grooming fees or salary,

your dog grooming course tuition will be refunded in full. All you have to do is

provide proof that you’ve made a reasonable effort to find work as a dog groomer.

This course will pay for itself within 1 year, that’s a promise.

learn more about QC’s Double Guarantee

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What You Need to Get StartedWe want to make sure the Dog Grooming course is the best fit for you! The following checklists outline the requirements that will help you succeed in the course and in your career.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Health Requirements:

• Are you comfortable standing and walking for extended periods of time?

• Are you comfortable manipulating your body in different positions?

(e.g. twisting, turning, bending).

• Are you comfortable lifting and carrying heavy animals and heavy equipment?

(e.g. up to 30lbs).

• Are you able to firmly grasp tools and equipment with both of your hands?

• Are you comfortable interacting with and potentially restraining dogs?

• Are you comfortable being exposed to dirt and debris, strong odors, loud

noises and animal hair and dander?

• Are you comfortable being exposed to a dog’s bodily fluids and/or skin

conditions?

• Are you comfortable working with chemical solutions such as shampoos and

cleaners?

• Do you have sufficient use of your senses? (Sight, smell, touch, hearing)

• If you are pregnant, do you have your doctor’s permission to complete the Dog

Grooming course?

Technology Requirements:

• A working computer and/or tablet

• A smart phone and/or camera with photograph and video capability

• Up-to-date Internet browser

• Up-to-date Flash player

• Up-to-date Adobe program

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Required EquipmentTo succeed as a dog groomer, you’ll need to continuously invest in your toolkit. As you begin working in the industry and building your client list, you’ll quickly earn back the cost

of your kit. Keep in mind that you don’t need to acquire the items on this list all at once. The flexibility of online learning allows you to invest in the required tools at your own pace.

And when you enroll, you’ll receive a professional-quality Dog Grooming Starter Kit for free. This kit will be shipped to you before you begin your practical work in Unit C, and

contains many of the items you need to get started. QC Pet Studies students also receive exclusive discounts from a number of pet retailers!

Items included in with your course (a value of approximately $200):

• A selection of grooming scissors (including straight scissors, curved scissors

and thinners)

• Wahl cordless clippers

• A selection of snap-on combs

• Combs

• A selection of brushes (including a slicker brush, bristle brush and pin brush)

• Undercoat rake

• Dematting tool

• Nail clippers (small and large)

Items you will need to purchase

• Grooming table with a Grooming Arm (recommended) (approximately $150 -

$200)

• Bathing setup (depending on your setup, you may need restraints and/or a

shower head attachment) (approximately $40)

• Dog shampoo (approximately $10)

• Towels (approximately $10)

• High-velocity and/or stand dryer (approximately $200 each)

• Protective head gear to be used with a high-velocity dryer (approximately $30)

• Leash to restrain the dog (approximately $30)

• Styptic product (or alternative) (approximately $5)

• Ear powder (approximately $5)

• Ear cleaning solution (approximately $10)

• Cotton pads (approximately $5)

• Elastic grooming bands (approximately $5)

• Dog bandana (approximately $15)

• Nail file (approximately $5)

Note: You will need a few additional items that are affordable and easy to find. In

fact, you most likely already have them in your home. Each assignment includes a

list of required and optional materials so you have time to prepare.

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TuitionTuition includes:• All course guides, lesson texts and videos

• Free First Aid course worth $348

• Bonus grooming tools worth $200

• Ongoing personalized feedback from a professional groomer

• Access to all digital materials through the Online Student Center

Payment Plans:Installment Plan - Pay your tuition over an extended period of time

Full Payment - Pay your tuition in full when you enroll online and

save $400!

Plus, you can choose which day you’d like your payments to be

processed!

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about QC PET StudieSQC Pet Studies, a division of QC Career School, offers online education for pet professionals all over the world. Our goal is to offer the highest quality training in pet

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