AZ Pet Grooming Academy

Arizona's Registered and Licensed Stress-Free, One-on-One Professional Pet Grooming School

Stylist Certification

AZ Pet Grooming Academy is a registered and licensed Private Postsecondary Educational Program by the Arizona State Board of Education. Our program has met the State standards to award an official Professional Pet Stylist Certification at graduation. 

Academy Student Testimonials

“After being freshly graduated from high school and moving out at 18, I can say I’m extremely grateful for finding the Academy. The first time I stepped foot in the salon I was really surprised at how friendly everybody was and also the energy of the environment. After I learned the Academy was about 16 weeks long, my hopes of going to college was not my aspiration because I really wanted to give it a try to groom dogs! After a few weeks into the Academy I was struggling a little to get my confidence up and also I just wasn’t sure if I was on the right path of my learning, but my Instructors were there the whole time to listen to my questions and concerns because they believed in me. Thanks to them and my stubbornness I can say that I have finally found something that really excites me! I love being a Professional Pet Stylist and I will forever be grateful with Jamie and the Team.”

Maria

Kirsten

“I decided to attend the Academy to build a steady and reliable foundation for my future with animals. I love to work one-on-one with pets and build relationships over time with them. I was able to achieve a great level of patience and perspective while attending the Academy that helped me in my everyday life outside of work as well. I would recommend this school to others because you will not only be learning how to groom but will learn how to correctly care for and deal with coats, skin, behaviors, and so much more that goes into grooming.”

Alex

“I wanted to do the Academy because they offered a cage free experience for pets, a drama-free work space for employees, and simply for being a family owned business. I was afraid of being judged or simply not good enough, but that wasn’t the case here. Malissa and Jean, and the rest of the staff, were so helpful and kind that it literally feels like my second family. They’ve never judged me and if I made a mistake, they would only help and redirect with kindness. I would 100% recommend this Academy to anyone who wants to learn how to groom. When I started I couldn’t even pick up the clippers without being scared, but through Malissa and Jean’s support and patience I became the Professional Pet Stylist that I am today!”

Arizona Licensed and State Registered School

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Our Academy's Mission

AZ Pet Grooming Academy’s mission is to provide students with a safe and professional educational environment where they will develop skills to become an effective, safe, and happy Pet Stylist.

Our students gain personal insight and develop coping strategies for this fast-paced career. AZ Pet Grooming Academy provides students with the tools necessary to become a proficient Pet Stylist, in any grooming environment, and we provide students with the skills needed to negotiate all that comes between excellent customer service and professional pet styling.

Academic Goals

• To provide a learning environment where students develop a positive attitude toward pet grooming and an enthusiasm for learning at any age and skill level.
• To provide more specialized educational options for our students through 1 on 1 direct hands-on on teaching and mentoring.
• To provide students both the acquisition of knowledge and self-sufficiency skills to become a Professional Stylist.
• To create a safe, calm, and enjoyable environment that fosters success, embraces diversity, and leads to the development of students’ self-confidence by discovering their individual strengths.
• To serve students from any stage in life, who meet admission criteria and are ready for a new career serving pets.
• To provide services for students who need job assistance after completing our program.
• To foster an understanding of the unique and complex challenges in the Pet Grooming Industry. 

Academic Information

• AZ Pet Grooming Academy is a 16-week program 
• 500 clock hours, in person learning 
• Hands on Grooming Instruction by Experienced Educators 
• Flexible schedules available to meet your needs 
• Graduates receive a Certificate approved by the Arizona State Board of Education
• Program cost is $9,500 plus $1,500 for a full tool kit of high-quality, professional grooming tools that can be used for your grooming career

AZ Pet Grooming Academy: Registered and licensed by Arizona State Board of Education.

AZ Pet Grooming Academy: Registered and licensed by Arizona State Board of Education.

Registered and Licensed Grooming Academy in Glendale, Arizona

AZ Pet Grooming Academy: Registered and licensed by Arizona State Board of Education.