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What is Certification?
As stated in its by-laws, IPG's purpose is:
- to establish acceptable and recognizable standards of grooming excellence;
- to conduct examinations whereby the expertise and proficiency of
the professional pet groomers may be visibly demonstrated and certified;
- to establish consumer awareness programs to inform and educate the
general public about the proper care and humane treatment of their
pets;
- to provide advanced continuing education programs designed to enhance
the expertise and business acumen of professional pet groomers;
- to create a media to exchange methods and ideas amongst professional
pet groomers and to promote and enhance the image of the professional
pet groomer.
In addition, IPG's certification program has been established:
- to identify individuals who have demonstrated their expertise and
proficiency as professional pet groomers;
- to provide shop operators with a valuable aid in the evaluation
of potential employees;
- to provide the professional pet groomer with a professional assessment
of their services;
- to encourage professional growth through continuing education programs.
Eligibility
All professional pet groomers who are members of IPG, Inc. may apply
for IPG certification testing. Membership may be made prior to or accompanying
the test application.
Please click on the links below for further information.
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