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A round logo showing three cartoon dogs, grooming scissors, a comb, and a spray bottle. Text reads: "OTCK9 Grooming School" on red and black banners.

Dog Grooming Certification Program in Georgia

Hands-On Grooming Training That Gets You Job-Ready Fast

Go from beginner to certified groomer with real experience and industry-ready skills.

Gooming Certification Overview

OTCK9’s dog groomer certification program blends classroom instruction with extensive hands-on grooming practice using real dogs brought in by the public. Under the supervision of certified instructors, students learn grooming tools, breed-standard techniques, canine safety, salon operations, and communication skills essential for working with clients.

This grooming certificate course is specifically designed to turn beginners into capable professionals through structured training, mentorship, and real-world grooming sessions.

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Program Curriculum

Our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for every aspect of professional grooming:

  • Breed-standard grooming
  • Scissoring & clipper techniques
  • Bathing, brushing & drying
  • De-shedding & advanced coat care
  • Facial expressions & head styling
  • Nail trimming, paw pad care & sanitary work
  • Canine safety, restraint & behavior handling
  • Client communication & customer service
  • Salon workflow, setup & sanitation

Every dog groomer certification module is designed to build technical skill, speed, safety, and confidence.

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Program Hours

Our dog groomer certification program includes a structured blend of:

  • Classroom learning – theory, safety, equipment, breed standards
  • Hands-on grooming labs – real dogs, real appointments, real experience
  • Instructor demonstrations – guided step-by-step techniques
  • Practice sessions – supervised work to reinforce your skills

Students gain the hours needed to meet professional grooming standards and industry expectations.

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Certification Details

Upon completing the grooming certificate course, graduates receive:

  • Official OTCK9 Grooming Certification
  • Documentation of training hours
  • Verified hands-on grooming experience
  • Skills that meet professional grooming standards
  • Eligibility to work in grooming salons, mobile grooming, vet clinics, and pet spas

OTCK9 Grooming School in Georgia is Post-Secondary Approved and recognized for its high-quality training standards—giving graduates a competitive edge when applying for grooming positions.

Hands-On Training With Real Dogs

From your very first week, you’ll work hands-on with real dogs, grooming a wide variety of breeds, coat types, sizes, ages, and temperaments.

Working with real clients helps you develop:

Problem-solving

Breed identification
Grooming efficiency
Handling & safety judgment
Professional communication

This practical experience is what makes OTCK9 graduates stand out to employers.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, you will be able to:

  • Groom dogs safely and confidently
  • Perform full grooms according to breed standards
  • Handle scissoring, clipper work & finishing techniques
  • Work with dogs of all temperaments
  • Follow proper salon setup, workflow & sanitation practices
  • Communicate clearly with grooming clients
  • Deliver professional, customer-ready grooming results

Graduate prepared to start working immediately in the grooming industry.

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Ready to Become a Professional Dog Groomer?

Your grooming career starts here. Take the first step toward becoming a certified professional dog groomer.