{"id":7913,"date":"2018-08-15T07:52:40","date_gmt":"2018-08-15T11:52:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=7913"},"modified":"2018-08-15T07:52:40","modified_gmt":"2018-08-15T11:52:40","slug":"how-to-compare-accredited-online-pet-grooming-schools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/how-to-compare-accredited-online-pet-grooming-schools","title":{"rendered":"How to Compare Accredited Online Pet Grooming Schools"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Professional training in the field of pet grooming isn\u2019t necessary for a successful career. But you stand to gain a lot if you graduate from the right school. You\u2019ll learn all the correct techniques and skills and have a certificate at the end to prove you\u2019re a pro! With so many education options out there, how can you ensure you\u2019re getting your money\u2019s worth? Nothing sucks more than sinking thousands of dollars into a course just to graduate having learned nothing!<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t assume that you\u2019ll receive the same pet grooming education no matter where you go. Because pet grooming is an unregulated field, there aren\u2019t any set standards that grooming schools need to meet. You\u2019ll need to do a lot of research if you want to find an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/06\/dog-grooming-schools-going-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">online school<\/a> that isn\u2019t useless or a total scam.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure what to look for? Before you make any rash decisions regarding a course, give the following points a read!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/how-to-compare-accredited-online-pet-grooming-schools\/#Video_Lectures\" >Video Lectures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/how-to-compare-accredited-online-pet-grooming-schools\/#Practical_Training\" >Practical Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/how-to-compare-accredited-online-pet-grooming-schools\/#Grooming_Tools_Professional_Discounts\" >Grooming Tools &amp; Professional Discounts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/how-to-compare-accredited-online-pet-grooming-schools\/#Experienced_Professional_Instructors\" >Experienced, Professional Instructors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/how-to-compare-accredited-online-pet-grooming-schools\/#Beyond_The_Dogs%E2%80%A6\" >Beyond The Dogs\u2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_Lectures\"><\/span>Video Lectures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to grooming a live animal, don\u2019t take any chances. Ensure you\u2019re taking a course that has both written texts and video instruction. Not everyone is a verbal learner\u2014sometimes grooming descriptions are confusing since dog breeds all have unique features! Seeing your instructors actually groom close-up situates you in a professional setting better than just reading textbooks. Instructors can also provide you with their own tips and tricks while they groom![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;7922&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/10\/grooming-border-terrier-course-sample\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Video lectures<\/a> benefit everyone\u2014not just visual learners. You\u2019ll see how your instructors navigate the curves of a dog\u2019s body. As they work, they\u2019ll point out small details and easy-to-miss sections in a grooming routine. You\u2019ll also benefit from seeing how theory and practical experience weave together. The video format offers a major plus! You can rewind and watch these tutorials over and over again. Some schools only show you how to groom a couple of breeds and provide the rest of the lessons by text. Look for courses with dozens of hours of instruction grooming a wide variety of dogs!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Training\"><\/span>Practical Training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to work at a grooming salon post-grad, you know that employers look for actual grooming experience. When it comes to online education, how can you ensure you\u2019re getting hands-on experience? Look for courses that provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/08\/dog-grooming-course-sample-practical-assignments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">examples of practical assignments<\/a> you must complete in order to graduate.<\/p>\n<p>Try to get your hands on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/online-courses\/dog-grooming\/course-outline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">course outline<\/a> or syllabus. Do they ask you to groom a variety of dogs from different breeds? Are the assignments comprehensive? Are you expected to trim the nails, bathe, or do any other prep work in addition to giving haircuts and styling? If they ask you to complete a practicum unit, inquire how much practice time they allow you to have before submitting assignments. A self-paced course works best for those who want to perfect their skills before submitting their work. Don\u2019t waste the precious opportunity for feedback from a professional! You\u2019d want them to tell you how to refine your skills instead of pointing out mistakes that could\u2019ve been avoided with more practice time![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;7921&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grooming_Tools_Professional_Discounts\"><\/span>Grooming Tools &amp; Professional Discounts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What\u2019s a groomer without their tools? Look for schools that include grooming starter kits as part of tuition. Investing in a professional-grade grooming kit isn\u2019t cheap. Especially if you\u2019re already paying thousands in tuition, purchasing professional tools can be a deal breaker for the student-on-a-budget. If you\u2019re enrolling with a reputable school, they\u2019ll test their grooming tools to ensure suitability and safety for use on dogs. And because schools buy tools in bulk, you\u2019ll save money getting your supplies through them rather than buying them on your own!<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of saving money\u2026 if you take good care of your grooming clippers, scissors, and brushes, they can last you a long time. You\u2019ll even be able to use them after graduation! But because there are so many different breeds out there, you\u2019ll always be building your kit to accommodate them. Look for schools that have strong relationships with grooming suppliers. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/your-dog-grooming-career\/discounts-for-grooming-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">receive hefty discounts<\/a> as a student or graduate on grooming products and tools to maintain your kit!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Experienced_Professional_Instructors\"><\/span>Experienced, Professional Instructors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does the school <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/tutors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">feature their instructors and tutors<\/a> front and center? Watch out for schools that only vaguely mention employing professionals as tutors and mentors. If they don\u2019t mention these professional groomers by name nor have their credentials explicitly stated, be careful! You can\u2019t really trust if they have the necessary knowledge and experience. Someone who spent two months grooming dogs ten years ago probably won\u2019t be able to teach you everything you need to succeed.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;7919&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Your tutors may also be your instructors. You\u2019ll be assured that you\u2019re receiving consistent feedback that doesn\u2019t contradict information from the videos. But if it\u2019s all given in writing, it may be a blanket copy-paste statement. Reputable schools will provide students with personalized and relevant evaluations. The more detailed and personalized, the better!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beyond_The_Dogs%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Beyond The Dogs\u2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Found right in the name, dog grooming focuses on dogs! But there\u2019s more to being a groomer than just interacting and caring for loveable pups. In order to ensure both dogs and their owners are safe when they come in for a groom, you need to take care of your workspace; from the grooming table to your workstation to the entire salon! And that goes double for mobile groomers who work in such small quarters. Keeping the workspace clean shows professionalism and prevents the spread of parasites and infections!<\/p>\n<p>If you have your eyes set on eventually owning a grooming business, it\u2019s not a bad idea to look for accredited pet grooming courses that include free business training. You\u2019ll learn about business ownership particularly in the grooming industry. And take advantage of those expert tutors who have decades of experience in the industry. They\u2019ll be able to look at your portfolio and marketing materials and give you insider feedback![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column_text]What other factors should an aspiring grooming look for in a school? Share your advice in the comments![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3 align=\"center\">What about the money? 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