Pet Grooming Courses by APEX Academy - Your Path to a Rewarding Career

Our 80-hour Canine Assistant Groomer foundational program focuses on entry-level dog grooming skills. You’ll learn the importance and techniques of proper handling, safety, and basic grooming, including bathing, de-shedding, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. We balance practical hands-on training with theory classes to instill essential knowledge and prepare you to successfully fill Canine Assistant Grooming positions with confidence.

Students can complete their course in as little as 11 days, depending on their schedule, progression, and availability.

APEX Academy offers specialized curriculums for students interested in pursuing a career in pet styling. This program incorporates the essentials of pet styling and breed-specific trims while providing exciting opportunities to test your skills using current fashion trends and styling techniques.

You’ll prepare yourself for business success by building skills in customer service, time management, and more.

One of our most comprehensive dog grooming training programs, the Canine All-Inclusive Grooming course covers every aspect of canine grooming. This is the quickest and most effective way to learn all the elements of Assistant Groomer and Pet Stylist skills, with an in-depth study of both business fundamentals and canine-focused grooming services.

The program’s pet groomer courses allow you to explore a broad range of career opportunities, including starting your own pet grooming salon or a flexible mobile grooming service. This pet grooming program can be completed in as little as 16 weeks, equipping you with the skills to become a professional dog groomer.

The Feline Groomer program provides cat grooming certification, which is ideal for groomers interested in expanding their services or those who prefer to care strictly for cats. You’ll learn essential handling techniques for cats, focused on meeting their unique needs.

Demand for skilled cat groomers is on the rise as more people discover the important role professional grooming plays in reducing the risk of infections, painful matting, and other health issues. The Feline Groomer animal grooming course can be completed in as little as 10 days, making it an excellent option for students aiming to achieve Certified Feline Master Groomer status through the National Cat Groomers Institute or become certified cat groomers.

This all-inclusive course combines the APEX Assistant Groomer Program, the Canine Pet Stylist Grooming Program, and the Feline Grooming Program for a highly robust education in pet grooming. Mastering multi-species grooming techniques can expand your options while making it easy to conveniently complete all the requirements under one curriculum in as little as 19 weeks.

Your grooming classes and comprehensive pet grooming program curriculum provide the tools and skills to practice as a professional cat and dog groomer. Whether you work with a salon or open your own business, you’ll enjoy a successful, fulfilling career.