International Society of Canine Cosmetologists (ISCC)

Established in 1990, ISCC is an organization designed for the continuing education and advancement of professional pet stylists. Dedicated to providing essential communication, networking, continuing education and certification services, ISCC provides a balanced and varied program of activities at the local, regional and national level to keep you on top of the latest trends, innovations and issues facing our industry. One of the primary goals of ISCC is to provide a medium for basic and advanced continuing education through comprehensive seminars, publications and technical support services. Novice or veteran, ISCC membership is a valuable resource that will facilitate your ability to establish contact with others within your profession to call on for guidance. You'll find that ISCC offers a variety of services through a number of different educational and social opportunities all designed to enrich you professionally and personally. While the major purpose of ISCC is to provide networking and educational programs, a comprehensive multi-level certification program has been implemented to establish acceptable and recognizable standards of pet styling excellence and to provide voluntary programs whereby that excellence may be visibly demonstrated, measured and verified. It is the philosophy of ISCC to guide their members through the testing process as an educational experience. We are here to provide support and assistance as you proceed in your pursuit of excellence! The ultimate goal of ISCC is to provide the most comprehensive educational programs available within the Pet Grooming and Styling Industry. We believe certification simply directs you toward that education and provides a method of validating your achievement. We are here to help you reach your goals! When you join ISCC and begin your certification, you become part of a group of stylists who are all working towards the same goal...self-improvement. What you put into this program is what you will get out of it and we are here every step of the way to support and guide you. Going through our certification program will help improve the skills you already have, learn some new ones and give you more confidence. Contact ISCC today!  Please visit our website.

International Professional Groomers Inc.

At International Professional Groomers, IPG, we recognize the value of Certification. Through the unity of its members IPG, Inc. is able to not only recognize the achievements and aid in the attainment of goals in individual skill and overall business success, through training, support and certification, but to provide a invaluable resource for information and support. It is the viewpoint of IPG through the cumulative efforts of professional groomer’s worldwide to establish clear standards of excellence within the industry.

Obtaining certification through IPG will stand as a solid credential to prospective clients or employers, assuring them you possess the passion and drive to enhance your knowledge and skill. The certification process not only enhances the image of your industry, it will show you are much more desirable and qualified to prospective employers or when presenting your business proposal to planning commissions and loan departments. Certification is a great way to validate your professionalism.

The International Professional Groomers, Inc is an International organization which:

Provides International industry standards for the professional pet groomer based upon the countries breed standards of perfection. Tests are currently available for the US, Australia and Canada with translations in French and Spanish.

Provides advanced continuing education programs designed to enhance the technical expertise and business acumen of professional pet groomers.

Provides a Code of Ethics to be followed by all members and certified groomers, suitable for framing.

Provides an examination program whereby the grooming expertise of professional pet groomers may be demonstrated and certified. These tests are based upon the breed standards found in the American Kennel Club’s The Complete Dog Book, 20th edition (or your country’s governing Kennel Club standards) and the IPG’s Certification Guidelines.

Certifies pet groomers in five phases, culminating in the International Certified Master Groomer (ICMG).

Certified Groomers Directory published annually will list all certified IPG members.

Notification of IPG, Inc. certification test sites, workshops and continuing education opportunities, as well as other national and international seminars.

Professional fellowship: IPG, Inc. provides you an opportunity to expand your professional contacts and make new friends among individuals with common interests, concerns and goals. Quarterly newsletters to keep you abreast of association activities as well as industry news and events.

Please contact us at:
IPG: www.ipgicmg.com Hayley Keyes, Hayley@nanhall.com or Hayley.keyes@ipgicmg.com 336-340-7915 or fax 336-299-7164

Linda Easton, K9concepts@aol.com or linda@ipgicmg.com 503-551-2397 or fax 503-581-1220

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National Cat Groomers Institute of America

Founded in 2007, the National Cat Groomers Institute of America was the first membership association to set standards and offer certification specific to cat grooming. The NCGIA offers a wide variety of training and educational materials to assist groomers in passing certification exams and improving their cat grooming skills. Instruction and training cover such topics as feline temperaments and handling skills, breeds, colors and coat types, skin and health issues, grooming elements, product and tool use, and business management. Please click here to visit our web site.

Wisconsin Association of Professional Pet Stylists

The Wisconsin Association of Professional Pet Stylists began as not only the first non-profit organization in the state of it's kind- but more so, as an idea to create something larger than one's self as a certification, educational, and networking medium for all interested stylists to have and benefit from.

Although our roster is ever changing, our goals and ideals remain the same.
We all work together to give each member every possible medium to increase their knowledge, to broaden their field of opportunity, and to better themselves and their business potential. We work to facilitate social and educational guidance and support from peers and fellow professionals.

We offer camaraderie, support and networking whenever needed.

We firmly believe in giving all that we can to members in order to grow and be a positive asset to the grooming industry; and thus raising the bar of professionalism, safety and client care throughout our state.

As a group, we strongly believe that education is the key not only to success, but also to change.
Challenges improve our ability and our confidence. Respect among peers gives us all a common platform on which to work for the upstanding ethics and professional ideals of all pet stylists. The resources and knowledge that each individual can bring to the table and share with others is invaluable, and through that networking, the opportunity for personal and professional growth is immense.

Without our members, we could not exist, and our members' needs and interests are at the heart of every part of our association. Please click here to visit our web site.

GroomTeam USA

Since 1987, GroomTeam USA, a non-profit organization, was established to encourage continued education, growth, and cultivate pride in a healthy competitive spirit within the pet styling industry. GroomTeam acknowledges the highest point earners competing at sanctioned shows throughout the year. Every two years, the top four and alternate are sent to the World Team Championships, all expenses paid. Donations also help fund the Lonnie Lange Memorial Scholarship Fund. This two level scholarship fund offers assistance towards the college education of the families of groomers as well as education in the field of professional pet styling.

Level One awards three-$1000. scholarships toward general college education and is available exclusively to the Children, Grandchildren and Stepchildren of professional groomers. Level Two is open to to all applicants. Level Two awards the winner a full scholarship to their choice of a GroomTeam USA Inc. pre-approved participating grooming school.

The Lynn Carver memorial award is presented annually at the Atlanta Pet Fair to the highest Best All Around point earner on a perpetual trophy. Lynn exemplified her Best All Around qualities with over 300 competition awards. Groom Team USA’s Premium Sponsors are: Andis Company, Wahl Clippers, 44/20 Shears and Groomer’s Helper. Visit our website: www.groomteamusa.com

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