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Paragon School of Professional Pet Grooming

North America’s leading mentor-supported online dog grooming school is designed to help aspiring and working groomers build professional skills through mentor-supported education. Whether you’re starting from scratch, changing careers, or advancing your grooming expertise, Paragon offers structured dog groomer training, hands-on skill development, and professional certification pathways in this exciting growth career for individuals and pet industry Employers.

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Launch or Elevate Your Grooming Career !
  • Love animals? Start your career in this fast-growing profession – in just a few months!
  • Already a groomer, but ready to upskill for speed, efficiency and profitability? – Go Pro!
  • Looking for job security or want to start your own business?
  • We offer award-winning professional groomer certification programs for Groom Techs, Pet Groomers and Pet Stylists.
  • Enjoy personalized mentorship
  • Flexible schedule
  • Easy-to-follow instruction & unmatched student support.
  • We’re here to help you every step of the way to on your path to career success!
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Growing Groomers Made Easy!
  • Tap into the booming grooming services market or grow your current dog grooming business with professionally-trained staff through Paragon’s professional groomer certificate programs.
  • We’ll take the hassle out of hiring great groomers by helping you grow your own!
  • Get unparalleled online training with our professional grooming certification courses for Groom Techs, Pet Groomers and Pet Stylists.
  • Our program is built on author & founder Melissa Verplank’s award-winning curriculum plus more than 30 years as the nation’s leading pet grooming school!
  • Paragon has helped hundreds of grooming salons, pet boarding businesses and national retail chains take their grooming operations to the next level.
  • Let’s team up to make growing your groomers easy!
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A Quick Guide to Paragon's Grooming Certifications

Level One

Groom Tech Certification

Paragon's Professional Groom Tech Certification course is the foundation course for all aspiring groomers who wish to work in a dog grooming facility. Pet psychology, pet-handling, bathing, brushing, drying, nails, ear-cleaning, sanitation, customer service, and clipper handling are taught through videos, interactive tests, and practical work supervised by a Mentor.
Estimated time to complete: 5 weeks.

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Level Two

Pet Groomer Certification

Level 1 is a pre-requisite. Paragon's Professional Pet Groomer Certification course teaches intermediate grooming skills necessary for dogs encountered in a typical grooming salon. Clipper trims, basic scissoring, head styling, body part structure, pet health and pet CPR are taught through videos, interactive tests and practical work supervised by a Mentor.
Estimated time to complete: 10 weeks.

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PRO LEVEL

Advanced Stylist

This program tackles the real-world issues groomers face every day. Whether it's difficult Doodle coats, challenging behavior, puppy and senior pet handling, time management struggles, uneven finishes, client communication, confidence, or the feeling that you've hit a plateau in your growth, this level will help.

Through hands-on assignments completed on your current client dogs and personalized Mentor feedback, you'll be able to apply what you learn Monday to the dogs on your table Tuesday! Master the challenges that make everyday grooming frustrating and unlock the next level of your career!

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PRO LEVEL

Breed Standard Stylist

Levels 1 & 2 are pre-requisites. Paragon's Pro Breed Standard Stylist Certification course teaches the most advanced grooming skills available to perfect technique and master AKC breed-specific trims. Corrective grooming, hand stripping and client communications are also taught through videos, interactive tests, and practical work supervised by a Mentor. It's also suitable for existing professional groomers who'd like to upskill through continuing education. or seek Master Groomer certification.
Estimated time to complete: 8 weeks.

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GroominarNetwork.com

And Beyond

Paragon's GroominarNetwork.com, formerly known as Learn2GroomDogs.com, started as an idea to expand the training horizons of the highly respected Paragon School of Pet Grooming. We have dedicated our training efforts to reach as many pet lovers as possible, helping more groomers and stylists achieve their dreams.

Our Training Partners are simply the finest the industry has to offer – allowing you to be confident you are getting absolutely the best, up-to-date information on grooming styles, techniques, and business information.

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Why Choose Paragon?

Our 30+ year track record as a top dog grooming school means that our Paragon Professional Groomer Certification programs are backed by the best training foundation in the industry. Our curriculum is rooted in the unmatched experience and teachings of industry icon Melissa Verplank, who is a sought-after public speaker, international judge, Certified Master Groomer, successful entrepreneur, and author. The Paragon team is hand-picked from the best of industry experts. Our textbooks feature beautifully illustrated content that delivers the most unique, in-depth, and comprehensive learning experience available.

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95%

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    Success Stories

    I grew up in the grooming world, and I've always looked up to my mom and her being a groomer...I needed to focus on the aspects of grooming that I needed to improve. I’ve learned a lot and continue to learn.

    Brittanie Eggerding, Paragon Alumni & GroominarNetwork.com member
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    Karen Furtado

    “Paragon saves time and it’s very structured. Not only are (students) properly trained, they appreciate it! You’re investing in your future and THEIR future. If you want to get to the next level, Paragon training is a no-brainer investment.”
    Karen Furtado, Owner of Shear Heaven
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    Alexa Geissler

    Paragon was an amazing start to my grooming career. I learned about Paragon through my current mentor Tammy Siert. Having a mentor as talented and helpful as she has really benefited me at the start of my career.
    Alexa Geissler, Paragon Graduate
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    Lauren Meyers

    "Paragon was one of the best decisions I made! The program walks you through step by step, and the instructional videos were invaluable."
    Lauren Meyers, Paragon Alumni, GroominarNetwork.com member
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