Employers: Grow Your Own Groomers
Our Certification Programs Make It Easy!
Paragon has helped hundreds of grooming salons, pet boarding businesses and national retail chains take their grooming operations to the next level through first-class training and professional development. We know it can be hard to find the right fit for this role, and we know what it takes to make a great groomer. We literally “wrote the book!” We can coach you to help you find the right people, and then we can train them to become a valuable asset to your pet business from professional certified Groom Techs to Pet Stylists. We’re here for your success!
Get a Future Groomer on the Fast-Track to Success
Grow Your Future Groomer
Why Train with Paragon?
- Turnkey training for a seamless virtual experience
- Curricular excellence so you know your employee will be trained right
- Direct mentoring on virtual and practical work from Paragon’s team of talented mentors
- Systematic instruction that will prepare students for popular trims and breed standards
- Strong ROI through increased speed, productivity and technical quality
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Professional Groomer Certification Levels
Level 1:
Paragon Groom Tech
Certification
Trained in safety, product use, bathing, drying, de-matting, deshedding, nails, ears, sani and feet. Ready to build your bath & brush business!
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Level 2:
Paragon Pet Groomer
Certification
Trained in full haircuts using clippers, guard combs, all types of shears, plus canine anatomy, patterns and stylized legs. Ready to increase your routine haircut profits!
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Pro Level:
Advanced Stylist
Certification
Trained in advance trims, techniques and problem-solving for Doodles, mixed breeds, geriatric and difficult dogs. Maximize profit with an efficient "Pro" Stylist.
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Pro Level:
Breed Standard Stylist
Certification
Trained in AKC Breed Standard advanced trims and techniques, including hand-stripping. Expand your client range with high style trims!
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Wondering Which Pro Level Program Is Right for Your Employee?
Together or Separate: Our Pro Series Takes Your Team to the Next Level!
- 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 – AKC Breed 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.
Learn How We Helped These Businesses Grow Their Groom Teams
Hear What Pet Care Employers Say About Paragon Training
Hesitancy
Financial and time hesitancies are a common theme and our guests discuss how the program has convinced them it was worth their investment.
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Mentor Support
“I was surprised at how detailed the feedback was at times! They notice everything!” says Stacey D, Paragon Distance Learning Program Graduate. The GM of Morris Animal Inn said “I trusted the program, that they were on top of it and the mentors are very detailed and responsive.”
Scheduling Time
Build the students’ schedule with groom time and time for course work. Even scheduling out specific breeds!
What Would You Tell Others?
KQ Allen of Nebraska says “Trust me, just do it!” And hear what others want you to know!
The Paragon Effect
The sponsors agreed that productivity has gone up considerably and in return creates more revenue. Listen to how the program has changed the overall environment of these salons!
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