PROGRAMS
Below are the three academic programs offered by Windy City School of Pet Grooming
CPR Certification is included with all programs above.
GROOMING ASSISTANT PROGRAM
Objective
To prepare students to be able to work as a grooming assistant (bather, brusher/nail trimmer) for a veterinarian, kennel or grooming shop. A strong foundation of being able to handle different dog behaviors is given. A beginning knowledge of the scissor skill and finish techniques of double coated breeds.
Course Description
This course is a must for the person with little or no experience in the field of grooming. Basic information about dog and cat behavior and breed identification is covered. Students get acquainted with animal health care problems, such as internal and external parasites, skin disorders, eyes, ears, nails, and mouth problems, as well as how to respond to animal emergencies such as seizures and injuries.
Grooming instruction starts with safety and sanitation. Students learn about shampoo types and gain experience in bathing, hand drying pets, and how to properly trim nails. You will learn techniques in handling different coat types, dematting, behavior problems, and all with a humane process. Brushing and dematting techniques are skills essential to a Professional Grooming Assistant. This course is intended as the basis to the Professional Grooming course. However, it can be taken to prepare yourself for a Grooming Assistant career.
Prerequisite
High School diploma or GED certificate. Complete the general application.
Length of Course
Cost and Payment Plan
| Registration Fee | $ 100.00 | This should accompany the registration form |
| Tuition | $2,500.00 | To be paid in full |
| Payment Plan | $1,000.00 | Down |
| $ 190.00 | Due at the beginning of each wek for 8 weeks |
Required Equipment
Refer to required equipment (scroll down)..
PROFESSIONAL GROOMING PROGRAM
Objective
To prepare students to be a Professional Pet Groomer, enabling them to groom dogs and cats, if desired. This course can also prepare for the management of a grooming shop.
Course Description
This course concentrates on all levels of grooming, especially the finished look. Scissor techniques in layer cutting, thinning and line cutting are skills needed to make students sculptors in the art of grooming. The school takes pride in assisting in the creation of a professional who can provide skilled creative grooming for mixed breeds and have an understanding of breed standards as well.
Students continue to study dog and cat breeds, in-depth research of temperament, structure and movement. Practical experience in dog obedience and control help make students comfortable and confident which is the key to a professional image.
The Professional Program includes all instruction given in a Grooming Assistant Program.
Prerequisite
High School diploma or GED certificate.
Length of Course
Cost and Payment Plan
| Registration Fee | $ 100.00 | This should accompany the registration form |
| Tuition | $5,950.00 | |
| Payment Plan | $ 1,500.00 | To be paid at the first week |
| $ 280.00 | To be paid at the beginning of each week for 15 weeks |
Required Equipment
Refer to required equipment (scroll down)..
ADVANCED GROOMING TECHNIQUES
Objective
To teach the finish of dogs as to grooming the breed standard, or creative enhancements to a finished look of mixed breeds. To update with trends and techniques in the world of a Professional Pet Groomer. To increase income with management and organization skills.
Course Description
This course is designed for the person who has a minimum of one (1) year experience in Professional Pet Grooming who thinks of themselves as just a dog groomer instead of a Professional Pet Groomer. A career acceleration to enhance and develop basic skills through effective movement, time management, increasing present speed, quality of techniques, breed knowlege, and creativity. This course will also help a groomer prepare for contest grooming or certification. This will also assist in the awareness of new equipment and business trends.
Prerequisites
High School diploma or GED certificate is required. Prior grooming experience and at an acceptable level of grooming skill.
Pictures and/or videotape of present grooming skills are extremely important for a quick accurate starting point of teaching. Breeds or a breed of a group that need to be covered in pictures or tape are:
An inventory of grooming equipment will also be needed. New equipment may be required before we can begin the program. Complete and thorough background information sent to the school will make our time more effective with you.
First Week
An evaluation will be made the 1st week at the school as to the student's grooming level. The student must demonstrate a certain skill level in clipper techniques, breed clipper work, dematting, bathing, and hand drying will be required. A written test of knowledge about shampoo selection, sanitation, breed knowledge, ear, skin, and nail care will be given. Written material for study will be given after registration is complete. We assist students as much as possible for testing. The 1st week is a learning experience for the student as much as an evaluation from the school.
Depending on experience, a student may elect to start over in the Full Program with credit given for knowledge and experience. The cost of the program will be adjusted accordingly.
Days
Cost and Payment Plan
| Registration Fee | $ 100.00 | This should accompany the registration form |
| Tuition | $ 160.00 | Per Day |
| $ 600.00 | Per Week | |
| Payment Plan | $ 600.00 | To be paid at the beginning of each week |
Required Equipment
This may vary as to each student's needs. All students are required to have Windy City School of Pet Grooming's book list. Students may be advised to purchase additional equipment based on the instructor's evaluation of your skill level and need.
REQUIRED MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT
Books/Required Reading Materials
For all courses:
Equipment
Students may purchase some of the equipment through contacts the school has made. Shears will be fitted to the student within the first two weeks of the program and other equipment can be purchased from Midwest Grooming Supply in Barrington, IL. They will help you with the rest of the basic equipment. Addresses and phone numbers will be given to upon enrollment. We want you to have the needed equipment and realize that it is very costly to start. Students may purchase equipment on their own, but it must meet the school's approval of type and quality.
Required Equipment
Grooming Assistant Program
Additional Equipment Required For the Professional and Advanced Grooming Techniques Programs
