GROOMER ASSISTANT       7   

Enjoy working with pets and want to join the field of pet grooming in the rapidly growing pet industry? This certificate program provides students with the basics of how to assess the grooming needs of the various breeds. Students learn the practical skills and techniques for maintaining a healthy coat and performing pre-bathing, post-bathing, and finishing stage procedures according to the standards of each breed.

To qualify for this certificate, you must complete the program within two years.

Interested in Groomer Assistant?
Take the prerequisite course VET5514 Dog Grooming as a Career.


Notes:

Note 1: In order to register for courses in this program, students are required to complete and submit an
application form, which will be available February 1, 2010.

Note 2: Recognition of graduates by the International Professional Groomers, Inc. is pending.

Note 3: Graduates can complete evaluations for the Certificate of Bather/Fluffer and Licensed Dog Groomer's Assistant with the Grooming Institute of Canada.



For further information, contact Coordinator Shannon Brownrigg at 613-727-4723 ext. 7208 or brownrs@algonquincollege.com


Courses currently offered are indicated with a
Click on the course number for course details and registration.

PROGRAM OF STUDY:

VET0003		Introduction to Grooming
VET0004		Principles of Behaviour and Handling for Groomers
VET0005		Pre-Bathing Techniques
VET0006		Post-Bathing Techniques
VET0007		Grooming as a Business
VET0008		Bathing and Drying Techniques
VET0009		Groomer Assistant - Field Placement