In this program you will learn: Basic canine psychology, pet grooming and handling of dogs and cats, (cats optional), including brushing, combing, clipping nails, cleaning ears, preparatory clipping, bathing, drying and basic finishing techniques for a wide variety of coat types.

Included with this program: The Paragon Home Study Workbook; Volume #1 You will also receive registration for the on-line testing, pet tracking journal, photo essay template and training support through the Paragon Call Center or on-line.

Required study materials for course: Level #1 -  Paragon Pet Styling Career Start DVD Series (15 DVD set) and Canine Terminology, Cesar's Way, AKC Complete Dog Book, Notes from the Grooming Table, and Theory of Five. All testing is on-line and open book. All grooming tools are to be supplied by the student. Text books, Paragon Pet Styling DVDs and tools may be purchased in kit form through Paragon or independently by the student on the open market. Costs for supplies the student must provide are on pages 16 - 18 in the Distance Learning Program catalog, if purchased through The Paragon School of Pet Grooming.

In this program you will learn: Students are taught to properly groom the popular breeds of dogs and cats, (cats optional), encountered in a typical grooming shop. Focus is on low maintenance clipper trims, basic head styling and foundation scissoring skills.  Pet handling skills are refined to a point that the student understands the importance of winning the trust and cooperation of a pet in a professional setting and can effectively demonstrate those skills.

Included with this program: The Paragon Home Study Workbook; Volume #2 You will also receive registration for the on-line testing, pet tracking journal, photo essay template and training support through the Paragon Call Center or on-line.

Required study materials for course: Level #2 - Paragon Pet Styling - The Groomer's DVD Series and Canine Terminology, AKC Complete Dog Book, Notes from the Grooming Table, and Theory of Five and First Aid in the Salon. All testing is on-line and open book. All grooming tools are to be supplied by the student. Text books and tools may be purchased in kit form through Paragon or independently by the student on the open market.  Costs for supplies the student must provide are on pages 16 - 18 in the Distance Learning Program catalog, if purchased through The Paragon School of Pet Grooming.

In this program you will learn: Students focus on basic pattern styling of  Schnauzers, American Cocker Spaniels, Shih Tzus and other popular breeds. Students in this level are taught to perfect their grooming technical skills while concentrating on proper breed profile of all breeds, increasing speed, efficiency and developing maximum grooming potential.

Included with this program: The Paragon Home Study Workbook; Volume #3. You will also receive registration for the on-line testing, pet tracking journal, photo essay template and training support through the Paragon Call Center or on-line.

Requited study materials for course: Level #3-Paragon Pet Styling- Stylist's DVD Series and Canine Terminology, AKC Complete Dog Book, Notes from the Grooming Table, and Theory of Five. All testing is on-line and open book. All grooming tools are to be supplied by the student. Text books and tools may be purchased in kit form through Paragon or independently by the student on the open market.  Costs for supplies the student must provide are on pages 16 - 18 in the Distance Learning Program catalog, if purchased through The Paragon School of Pet Grooming

• Professional Two Speed Clipper
• #40 Blade
• #10 Blade
• Greyhound Comb
• Heavy Slicker Brush
• Large Nail Trimmer
• Blending Shear
• Small Shear
• Locking Hemostats
• Blade Coolant
• Spray Disinfectant
• Pumice Stone
• Ear Powder
• Ear Cleaner
• Kwik Stop
• Safety Slip Lead
• Grooming Apron
• Starter Shampoo & Conditioning Kit

• Professional Two Speed Clipper
• #40 Blade
• #15 Blade
• #10 Blade
• #7F Blade
• #5F Blade
• #4F Blade
• #2 Comb
• #1.5 Comb
• #1 Comb
• Greyhound Combination Comb
• Wide Toothed Comb
• Heavy Slicker Brush
• Rubber Curry
• Large Nail Trimmer
• 8.5" Straight Shear
• 8.5" Curved Shear
• Thinning Shear
• Small Shear
• Locking Hemostats
• Blade Coolant
• Spray Disinfectant
• Pumice Stone
• Ear Powder
• Ear Cleaner
• Kwik Stop
• 2 Finger Guards
• Grooming Loop
• Safety Lead
• Grooming Apron
• Starter Shampoo & Conditioning Kit

• #15 Blade
• #7F Blade
• #5F Blade
• #4F Blade
• #2 Comb
• #1.5 Comb
• #1 Comb
• Wide Toothed Comb
• Rubber Curry
• 8.5" Straight Shear
• 8.5" Curved Shear
• 2 Finger Guards
• Grooming Loop

Tool kit price through Paragon: $250.00 + MI sales tax and shipping cost

• Canine Psychology: "Cesar's Way" - Cesar Millan
• Canine Anatomy: "Canine Terminology" - Harold Spira
• Breed Standards: "AKC Complete Dog Book" - The American Kennel Club
• Grooming: "Notes From the Grooming Table" - Melissa Verplank
• Grooming: "Theory of Five" - Melissa Verplank
• Canine First Aid "First Aid in the Salon" - John Stasko
• Paragon Pet Grooming Study Guide & Workbook - released in modules

Below are lists of required DVDs for each of the Distance Learning Programs

Bather / Brusher Program
Paragon Pet Stylist DVD set: $495.00

• Introduction
  
• Canine Anatomy
• The tools
• Pet Handling Basics
• Pre-assessment Evaluation: plus ears, nails and sanitation trimming
• Bathing and Drying:
  

  • on a smooth or short coated dog
  • on a combination coat
  • on a double or heavy coated dog
  • on a silky coat
  • on a natural long coat
  • on a curly coat
  • on a wavy coat
  • on a wire coat
• Brushing Skills
• Structure of a Mat
  

Pet Groomer Program
Paragon Pet Stylist DVD set: $275.00

Pet Stylist Program
Paragon Pet Stylist DVD set: $310.00

Please Note. We are unable to accept returns on videos and DVD's unless they are defective, in which case we will replace with the same title.