Professional Dog Grooming Certification Programs

Paragon’s Professional Dog Grooming Certification programs are designed to help you build the skills and confidence needed for a successful grooming career. Whether you are making a career change, working a full-time job while pursuing your education, just getting started in professional grooming, or looking to expand your existing skills, our online programs provide the flexibility to learn on your schedule while receiving guidance from experienced mentors.
Choose the program that best fits your experience level and goals. Add any required textbooks and tools, and you’ll be ready to begin your journey.

Groomer Certification Enrollment Requirements

• Successful completion of the Level 1 Professional Groom Tech Certification Program is required before advancing to the Level 2 Professional Pet Groomer Certification Program.
• Successful completion of the Level 2 Professional Pet Groomer Certification Program, or equivalent working experience, knowledge, and skill, is required before enrolling in either Pro Level certification program.

Which Pro Level Program Is Right for You?

• NEW! Pro Level – Advanced Stylist Certification
  Designed for working pet groomers who want to elevate their everyday grooming skills, the Pro Level – Advanced Stylist Certification Program focuses on the dogs most commonly seen in today’s salons. Students learn advanced handling techniques, efficiency strategies, doodle and mixed-breed coat care, puppy and geriatric grooming considerations, client communication, finishing techniques, and creative ways to add polish and style without adding time to the groom. This program is an excellent next step after completing Levels 1 and 2, or as a professional development program for experienced groomers.
• Pro Level – Breed Standard Stylist Certification
  The Pro Level – Breed Standard Stylist Certification Program is designed for groomers who want to deepen their breed-specific knowledge and work toward higher levels of professional achievement. Students develop skills based on AKC Breed Standards, with practical assignments evaluated accordingly. This program is ideal for those pursuing AKC or NDGAA Master Groomer Certification, interested in competitive grooming, or working closely with breeders. Access to AKC-recognized breed-standard dogs is required to complete the program.

Check out Paragon President Cara Evans’ article on the differences between the two Pro Level tracks here: The Difference Between a Pro Advanced Stylist and an Pro Breed Standard Stylist.

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