JKL

Training Academy

InternationallyAccredited
CertifiedCareerTraining

www.jklgrooming.com
18775598333

Table of Contents

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Prerequisites........................................................................................................................................................4
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Support....................................................................................................................................................................4
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Description of Course of Study....................................................................................................................4

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Testing & Examination.....................................................................................................................................4

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Practicum...............................................................................................................................................................4
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Qualification..........................................................................................................................................................5
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Instructor...............................................................................................................................................................5
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Academic Calendar............................................................................................................................................6
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Admission Requirements................................................................................................................................6
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Attendance, Conduct and Dismissal..........................................................................................................7

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Student Dispute Resolution Policy.............................................................................................................7

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Non Discrimination Policy..............................................................................................................................7

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Refund Policy........................................................................................................................................................7
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Administrative Charges...................................................................................................................................7
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Course Outline.....................................................................................................................................................9
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FAQ..........................................................................................................................................................................17
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Tuitions.................................................................................................................................................................19
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School Holidays.................................................................................................................................................20
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Member Services..............................................................................................................................................20
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JKL Practical Schools in Asia.......................................................................................................................21

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Learning Aids......................................................................................................................................................22
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YOUR DREAM CAREER STARTS HERE

Course Info
Our Diploma Program is well suited
for those who plan on self
employment, where practice can
easily be self provided, at an
individual pace.
It also works very well for grooming
apprenticeship and employment,
where hands on practice can be
provided on the job.

JKL Course Manual

900 full colour pages of professional
grooming instruction including many
diagrams, illustrations, photographs!

Begin your studies today for a

Pet Grooming Diploma

After successful completion of our accredited course you will
receive a trade school diploma and become a

JKL Certified Professional Groomer

Prerequisites
0B

The ideal distance learner has a mature outlook,

is very determined to make their career choice a
complete success, and possesses the selfconfidence to practice without an onsite
instructor.

Support
You will have full tutor support throughout the
duration of your course, and will enjoy all the
extensive JKL member benefits for a lifetime!

Description of Course of Study

Our diploma course (400 hours) is an academic
course with a compulsory examination and
practicum component.
It is the optimum choice for the career seeker
wishing initial entry into the profession, as well
as for those already in the profession, seeking
employment with others, or planning on self
employment, and who feel they would benefit
from the expanded breed specific grooming
instruction and supervised practicum experience
associated with this program.

If, on the first try, a student does not achieve a

passing grade on lesson testing, one re-test is
allowed at no further charge. Any subsequent retesting is charged at $35 for each re-test. Should
a student not achieve a passing grade on final
examination, a re-exam fee of $35 will apply.

Practicum
There is also an extensive practicum component
to the diploma course where the student will
have lots of hands on skill development.
Photographs or videos of practicum work will be
graded and constructively critiqued by your tutor,
and will form a significant portion of each final
grade.

Testing & Examination

1B

At the end of each self study module, online

testing must be successfully completed. In
addition, a comprehensive online memory exam
must be successfully completed. There is a one
time testing fee of $35 which covers all testing as
well as first time examination.

Qualification

and the very first to take pet career training to

JKL
Diploma
and
certified
pet
groomer
designation upon successful completion of all
course requirements with a minimum 85%
average.

the self study level, JKL is proud to be the

industry leader. Our course contents are always
current, and you won't find another member
support

and

benefits

package

like

ours

--

anywhere at any price -- and JKL includes it free

to all active members, for a lifetime!

Location
This course may be studied from your own home
and at your own pace perfect for those who
have employment or other commitments
preventing them from attending college.

The Academy
JKL Training Academy was established in 1975,
and has offered professional groomer training in
the distance learning format since 1980. JKL
operates strictly within the guidelines of the
Private Career Training Institutions Act of British
Columbia which requires the highest standards
for student care and protection.
Thousands of students have been successfully
trained through our courses, and many have
been consistently working in the industry since
their graduation. A strong members network has
evolved from our students and grads. A good
example is our Online Member Message Board
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where veteran grads and beginner students alike

share information.
For

quality

distance

to

deliver!

After having worked

in the pet industry
on a part time basis
since 1966, I made
the transition to a
full
time
career
devoted to pets in
1975.
For fifteen years I
Joy Waters
owned and operated
Vancouver Islands largest pet care centre,
Joyland Kennels Ltd., where approximately five
thousand dogs and cats visited yearly for the
services provided. These services included pet
boarding, grooming, training, breeding, retail pet
shop and wholesale pet food and supplies. During
that
time
I
developed
and
instructed
comprehensive programs in professional dog and
cat grooming.

My Credentials
As the recipient of diplomas in professional pet

career

training

at

an

affordable cost, you can count on JKL Training

Academy

Instructor

As

the

very

grooming,

the

animal

sciences,

nutrition and certified kennel operation, several

first

internationally accredited pet grooming school,

animal

of which are cum laude, my adult life has pretty

much been devoted to pets and their care.

Honours trade school diploma in

published author of all course

professional grooming since 1975

materials, grooming related

trade school grooming instructor

instructional compact discs,

since 1980

grooming charts and posters, and

honours certificate in Pet Nutrition

articles for industry publications

since 1981

lifetime member of the CKC

(Canadian Kennel Club) since 1975

My total industry experience spans over 40 years

now, and I have had the pleasure of exceeding
my expectations for two of my major goals:

past Canadian CKO and Area

Representative of the PCSA (Pet

and to share this with others

Care Services Association),

formerly ABKA, for over 20 years,

to provide humane care to pets,

to

provide

an

opportunity

for

since1978

others, who share my love of pets,

member in good standing of the

to achieve their optimum career

NDGAA (National Dog Groomers

and

Association) since 1996

practical

lifestyle
pet

goals

by

offering

related

career

opportunities at an affordable cost

POLICY
Academic Calendar
As all JKL courses are offered in the distance
learning format, potential students may apply to
enrol at any time throughout the calendar year.

Admission Requirements

2. Grade 12, or if no grade 12, at least one year

out of school qualifies as mature student status.
3. The ability and the willingness to follow
instructions (education competency in reading
and communication skills in the English
language) , as well as the physical capability to
complete all course requirements.

2B

1. Minimum age 19 years, or if under, the

signature of parent or legal guardian.

4. The ability to work independently.

Attendance, Conduct and

Dismissal
3B

1. Self study lessons must be completed within

the scheduled timeframe for the particular
program chosen.
2. All lesson tests and supervised examinations
must be completed.

Refund Policy
Administrative Charges
Administrative charges are non-refundable fees
paid by an applicant or a student. These include
the following:
(1)

3. All contractual financial obligations must be

met within the scheduled timeframe for the
particular program chosen.
4. Academy rules must be strictly adhered to,
and an environment of mutual respect prevail.

Student Dispute Resolution

Policy
Should a student find themselves in conflict or
difficulty that is of a non-academic or nonmonetary nature, dispute resolution procedures
are as follows:
1. A written submission of the conflict or difficulty
should be made to your instructor.
2. Your instructor will review all relevant material
and conduct any necessary investigations.
3. Your instructor will provide a written decision,
together with the reasons for it within a
reasonable timeframe.

Non Discrimination Policy

JKL Training Academy does not discriminate on
the basis of race, colour, religion, national origin,
sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation in its
education
program,
admissions
policies,
employment
policies,
and
other
schooladministered programs.

Application/Registration Processing Fee

Each new student who applies for admission will

be charged a one-time application/registration
fee, not to exceed $100 for domestic students
and $200 for international students. (This
Application/Registration fee is already included in
course costs and will be retained by JKL should
course withdrawal be necessary).
(2)

Admissions Testing and Assessment Fee

Each new student who applies for admission to

JKL may be charged a one-time admissions
testing and assessment fee, not to exceed $100.
(3)

Duplicate Income Tax Receipts,

Certificates, Diplomas, Transcripts, Course
Outlines

For each duplicate requested JKL may charge a

fee of $35.00 for domestic students and $45.00
for international students.
Refunds in the Cases of Withdrawal or
Dismissal
Refunds before the program of study starts:
(2) (a) If written notice of withdrawal is

received by JKL less than seven (7) calendar

days after the contract is made, and before
the start of a program of study, JKL will retain
the lesser of 10% of the total fees due under
the contract or $100.
(b) If written notice of withdrawal is
received by JKL thirty (30) calendar
days or more before the start of a
program of study, JKL will retain 10%
of the total fees due under the
contract.
(c) If written notice of withdrawal is
received by JKL less than thirty (30)
calendar days before the start of a
program of study, JKL will retain 20%
of the total fees due under the
contract.
Refunds after the program of study starts:
(3) (a) If written notice of withdrawal is
received by JKL, or a student is
dismissed, within 10% of the program
of study's duration, JKL will retain 30%
of the total fees due under the
contract.
(b) If written notice of withdrawal is
received by JKL, or a student is
dismissed, within 30% of the program
of study's duration, JKL will retain 100
per cent of the total fees due under
the contract.
(c) If a student withdraws or is dismissed
after 30% of the program of study's
duration, no refund is required.

Refund Policy for International

Students
An International Student is a person who is not a
Canadian Citizen or a landed immigrant or who
has been determined under the Immigration Act
to be a Convention Refugee.
Where JKL enters into a contract with an
international student the following refund policy
is applicable.
Student Authorization Related Withdrawals:
(1) JKL will retain the lesser of 25% of the total
fees due under the contract or $200 by
international students who
(a) are denied authorization from Citizenship and
Immigration, or
(b) do not receive authorization prior to the start
of the program of study,
provided that
(i) the student notifies JKL of the
circumstances in subsection (1)
(a) or (b) on or before the first day of
a program of study is scheduled to begin, and
(ii) the student, within a reasonable time,
provides documentation of the circumstances in
subsection (1) (a) or (b) to JKL.
Non-student Authorization Related Withdrawals:
(2) (a) If written notice of withdrawal is

received by JKL less than seven (7) calendar

days after the contract is made and before
the program starts, JKL will retain the lesser
of 25% of the total fees due under the
contract or $400.
(b) Subject to subsection (2) (a), if
written notice of withdrawal is received by JKL
thirty (30) calendar days or more before the
start of a program of study, JKL will retain
25% of the total fees due under the contract.
(c ) Subject to subsection (2) (a), if
written notice of withdrawal is received by JKL
less than thirty (30) calendar days before the
start of a program of study, JKL will retain
40% of the total fees due under the contract.

Refunds after the program of study starts:

(3) (a) If written notice of withdrawal is received
by JKL, or a student is dismissed within
10% of the program of study's duration,
JKL will retain 30% of the total fees due
under the contract.
(b) If written notice of withdrawal is received
by JKL, or a student is dismissed after
10% and before 30% of a program of
study, JKL will retain 100% of the total
fees due under the contract.
(c) If a student withdraws or is dismissed
after 30% of the program of study's
duration, no refund is required.

Course Outline
Module 1 CANINE COAT CARE

Sub Module A - Coat Types

Smooth Coats
Short Coats
Double Coats
Silky Coats
Harsh coats
Curly Coats
Corded Coats
Sub Module B - Parts of a Dog,
Physiology
Fibula, tibia, scapula converting
terminology to groomer jargon
Sub Module C Parasites, Zoonoses
fleas, ticks, worms
rabies, ringworm, heartworms,
sporotichosis
Sub Module D - Getting Started
Tools, Equipment, Supplies
First Groom - Step-by-Step

Smooth Coats
Short Coats
Double Coats
Introduction to Carding

Module 2 TOOLS OF THE TRADE

Sub Module A - Grooming Tools

Description, Usage, Maintenance
Professional Equipment and
Suppliers Lists
Sub Module B Supplies, Equipment and
Product Comparisons
dryers
tables and loops
fixed restraints
pet support and positioning
systems
clipper vacuum systems
shop set up

Sub Module C Professional Clippers and

Blades
clipper and blade maintenance
blade size and purpose
clipper usage
comb attachments
Sub Module D Grooming Products
shampoos
conditioners
colognes
ear powders and cleansers
styptic powders and gels
clipper oils and coolants
Sub Module E What is a Matt?
dematting, detangling
clipping down
speed and matt combing
Sub Module F Brushing, Combing, Nail
Trimming Techniques
wire slicker and pin brush
combing
nail clipping
Sub Module G New Grooming Products
tables hydraulic, electric
dryers high velocity, stand up,
cage, compartment
bath aids steps, ramps, lifts
bathtub units
groomer apparel
Sub Module H Clipper Maintenance
Detail
illustrated step by step procedures
Sub Module I All About Shears
sizes, shapes, function
scissor pliers
scissoring methods and holding
techniques
practice and strengthening
exercises
convex or bevel edge
shear ergonomics

Module 3 PROFESSIONAL PROCEDURES &

SAFETY

Sub Module A Before the Bath

lifting and control techniques, small
and larger dogs
patterns and styles

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toenails, clipping, grinding, nail

caps
ears, plucking and cleansing
excess coat removal
dematting, brushing, combing
clipper burn
areas of special concern
eyes, teeth, wrinkles,
elbows, hocks,
pasterns, anal sacs

Sub Module B Procedural Steps to

Bathing
wetting, lathering, scrubbing
rinsing, conditioning, towel drying
bathing equipment

Sub Module C Procedural Steps to

Finishing
drying - high velocity, fluff, cage
clipping, brushing, combing
finishing touches
coat oils and colognes

Sub Module D Grooming the Double

Coats
shorter double coats, longer double
coats
undercoat removal - the brush out
hair removal, pads, toes, feet,
hocks
tidying feathers, undercarriage, tail

Module 4 CURLY COATS

Sub Module E Hematoma

causes, prevention, treatment
Sub Module F Controlling Problem
Dogs
identifying difficult dogs
handling methods
the importance of table size
passive or submissive posture
control and restraint

Sub Module G Grooming Shortcuts

hair removal
wet HVing
wet clipping
electrical safety precautions

Sub Module H Best Management

Practices
how clean is clean?
disinfecting
sterilizing
read the label
antibacterial soaps
procedures
selecting the ideal disinfectants

Sub Module I Personal Safety

Equipment
ear protection
eye protection
lung protection
skin protection

Sub Module A Poodles

common clipper patterns for
standard, miniature & toy poodles
grooming detail - step by step
hair growth, directional changes
clipper control
scissor blending, tapering, beveling
clipping poodle feet - step by step
face clipping - step by step
clean face
mustaches

tail and undercarriage detail

clipper dexterity
scissor finishing
poms topknot, tail, leg poms
show clips
Show Puppy, Continental, English
Saddle, Lion
line grooming the show poodle

Sub Module B Mixed Breeds

Cockapoo, Teripoo, Maltipoo,
Pomapoo,
Labradoodle, Goldendoodle
Daisy, Teddy Bear, Pantaloon,
Mohawk
face, body and tail options

Sub Module C Bichon Frise

complete grooming detail
head and body styles

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Sub Modules D, E, F, G Other Curly

Coats
Portuguese Water Dog Retriever
Trim, Lion Trim
Old English Sheepdog Full Coat,
Cruiser Trim, Giant Teddy Trim
Irish Water Spaniel
American Water Spaniel

Sub Module H Patterns for Correcting

Faults
short body, long body, bow legs,
French front, cow hocks,
overweight

Sub Module C - Hand Stripping

overview, methodology,
advantages, disadvantages
blown coats, hand plucking,
rotating the coat
illustrated start to finish instruction

Sub Module D Illustrated Pet Grooming

Comparisons
terrier grooming comparisons
pattern similarities and differences
an aid to instant terrier
breed recognition and
grooming

Sub Module E Terrier Heads and Bodies

Simplified
four basic geometric head shapes
coat removal too little, too much,
just right

Sub Module F Other Harsh Coat

Patterns
Affenpinscher
Brussels Griffon
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Module 5 HARSH COATS

Sub Module A - Terriers

coat types
short legged terrier patterns
long legged terrier patterns
head and tail detail
head chart
tail chart

Sub Module B Pet Terrier Trims

grooming instruction for twenty
common terrier breeds
Scottie
Wire Fox
Irish
Schnauzers Miniature,
Standard, Giant
Welsh
Airedale
Lakeland
Kerry Blue

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Sealyham
Australian
Bedlington
Cairn
Dandie Dinmont
Westie
Soft-coated Wheaten
Norfolk
Norwich

Module 6 SPANIELS, SETTERS & OTHER

DROPCOATS

Sub Module A Common Spaniel Trims

Cocker Spaniel
maintaining the full coat
Suburban trim
Smoothie
English Cocker Spaniel
English Springer Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Toy Spaniel
Sub Module B Setter Trims
history of each breed, and their
roles today
Irish Setter correct head, body,
feathers & feet
Red & White Setter correct head,
body, feathers & feet
English Setter correct head,
body, feathers & feet
Gordon Setter correct head,
body, feathers & feet

Coton de Tulear pet grooming,

step-by-step
Shih Tzu 3 grooming styles
Yorkie 3 grooming styles
Pomeranian 3 grooming styles

Sub Module D Puppys First Groom

scheduling
first consultation
getting the job done
follow up

Sub Module E Grooming the Older

Pet
the special needs of the geriatric
dog
gentle, methodical hands on
approach
comfort and safety

Module 7 FELINE COAT CARE

Sub Module C Other Dropcoats

Complete Grooming Detail
line brushing
Lhasa Apso 3 grooming styles
Havanese - pet grooming, stepby-step

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Sub Module A Cat Coat Types

Domestic Short Hair
Domestic Long Hair
Angora
Cornish Rex
Wire-hair
Persian
Maine Coon
Devon Rex
Hairless

Sub Module B Parts of A Cat Physiology

Sub Module C Parasite Recognition
Sub Module D Zoonoses

Sub Module B Pre Bath Procedures

ear care
tidying excess foot hair
trimming claws
nail caps
control and restraint muzzles,
Elizabethan collars
brushing, combing, dematting
sanitary clip and tummy trim
areas of special concern
stud tail
eyes
mouth and teeth
facial creases

Sub Module C Bath Procedures

respiratory cautions
wetting, lathering, rinsing, toweling
bath alternatives

Sub Module D After Bath Procedures

drying
brushing, combing

Sub Module E Clipping Down

Common Trims
Comfort
Tiger
Mohawk
Smoothie
Lion

Module 8 CAT TOOLS OF THE TRADE

Sub Module A Cat Specific Grooming

Tools
brushes
combs
crates
harnesses
grooming bags
air muzzle
Sub Module B Cat Grooming Products
shampoos
conditioners
colognes
Sub Module C Matting in Cats
definition and remedies

Module 9 CAT PROCEDURES, FIRST AID,

TIPS & TIDBITS

Sub Module A Body Language, Facial

Expression
control and restraint
groomer protection and handling
procedures
protective gear
crating, holding, lifting

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Sub Module F First Aid for Cats

heatstroke prevention,
symptoms, first aid
cardio pulmonary resuscitation
ABCs for cats
choking prevention, symptoms,
first aid
controlling bleeding minor to
severe wounds,
pressure points, tourniquets
sprains or fractures dressings,
splints, aftercare
Sub Module G Hints, Tips and Trade
Secrets
face cleaning
eye stain
tar, pitch, gum, burrs
safe cat clipping
nicks, cuts, clipper burn
towel roll
Sub Module H Disinfectants &
Pesticides
safe or toxic to cats?
Sub Module I Home Based and
Housecall Grooming
benefits to cat and groomer
marketing and pricing
what to bring items for your tack
bag
Be prepared common questions
from cat owners

necessary items list

first aid book
Sub Module B Hints, Tips, Trade
Secrets
stains, teeth, breath, foreign
substances
fleas, odors, epilepsy
nicks, cuts, clipper burn
nail clipping, ear cleansing
tooth brushes, finishing blades
clipper lines, carding
foot detail rounding techniques,
toes and pads
hock hair, ear flaps
free handing with clippers
topknot tying, single and double
bows, barrettes, bandanas
make your own simple
instructions
creative grooming, colouring,
nail polish, manic panic,
blow pens
tools of the trade

Module 10: THE BUSINESS OF

PROFESSIONAL GROOMING

Sub Module A First Aid

heatstroke prevention,
symptoms, first aid
cardio pulmonary resuscitation
ABCs for small,
large, giant breeds
choking prevention, symptoms,
first aid
controlling bleeding minor to
severe wounds,
pressure points, tourniquets
sprains or fractures dressings,
splints, aftercare
First Aid Kit

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Sub Module C Disinfectants and

Pesticides
understanding labels
dilutions
disinfectant detergents
cost ratio use/dilution
pesticides in buildings, on
animals
OSHA (Occupation Safety & Health
Administration)
MSDS (Material Safety Data
Sheets)

Sub Module D Groomer Health and

Safety
warming up
safe lifting
personal safety equipment
accident prevention
clean air
Sub Module E Business Start Up
best business category for you overview
home based, storefront, mobile,
house call
business viability
use our calculators to determine
your success (You wont find
these anywhere else in the pet
grooming industry!)
business viability calculator
(Excel and PDF formats)
use our exclusive
formula to accurately
calculate the viability
of your business
start up cost calculator
(Excel and PDF formats)
calculate total costs
to start your
business
profit calculator (Excel and
PDF formats)
calculate the number
of pets required each
day to meet your
profit margin,
another JKL
exclusive!
the business plan
our pet specific
business plan
template is designed
to simplify the
process of
researching your
business in a
systematic way.
start up checklist
client relations

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professional insurance
business income and extra
expense
business and product
liability
customers pets
professional liability
show me the money rates,
pricing, profits
marketing tips
pre designed customizable
templates (a pet industry FIRST,
and ONLY available at JKL!)
flyers with phone tags
window flyers
door hangers
business cards
letterhead
promotional graphics
vet referral cards
client referral rewards
client reminder card
next appointment card

client

CPR Wall Poster

handouts:
flea info brochure
canine flu brochure
poisonous to pets handout
at home grooming care
brochure
client record cards with
release
matted pet release
senior pet release
pet sympathy cards
pet birthday cards
gift tags and certificates

(all our templates are print ready, and allow you

to personalize all your professional details. Then

just print out as many or as few as you need, as

often as you need, changing any personal details
whenever required)

Sub Module F Salon Design and

Floor Plans
salon design examples
single groomer

salon

single groomer with retail

sales area
two groomer
two groomer with retail
sales area
multi groomers
multi groomers with retail
sales area
a properly equipped, safety
oriented, ergonomic salon
mobile units
layout and floor plans

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ
How can I learn grooming without the hands
on practice?
4B

self motivation
career focus

Simply put, you can't! However, there are

several
proven
and
practical
hands
on
alternatives to the high cost of academy
attendance, provided you have the maturity,
confidence and focus to plunge right in!

The vast majority of JKL graduates are

successfully employed, some for nearly 25 years
now! They were great candidates for distance
learning, each one determined to attain a specific
career goal.

The successful distance learner possesses high

levels of the following traits:

Is a JKL diploma a recognized qualification?

self confidence
resourcefulness

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Yes, upon successful completion of any of our

diploma trade program, a graduate would be
qualified to work in virtually any country in the
world. Unlike some other trades, professional
grooming has

very little federal regulation at this time and

therefore may be practiced by anyone.
Those who obtain professional training with a
certified training institution such as JKL indicate
to their peers and to their clientele a strong
professional dedication.
After
successful
completion
of our course
you will become a JKL certified professional
groomer, and may use the letters DPG after your
name.
After graduation a certification logo will be
provided for use on your promotional materials
and at your website.

to time, (even to the seasoned professional),

careful study and thorough comprehension of the
program materials, will help ensure mistakes are,
at worst, minimal and at best, nil.
Generally, our students comment that making a
mistake is not usually a problem, but difficulty
perfecting a specific procedure or technique may
happen from time to time.
Pre and post educational member support is
available toll free, online and via email. As well,
our member network, which includes veteran JKL
graduates, is a great resource for our 'groomers
in training'.

Are tools and equipment included in the

program costs?

How long will it take me to complete a

JKL program?

Our diploma course has a six month maximum

completion time, with an additional six months
granted, at no extra cost, for those who need the
extra time to complete their practicum.

Do you accept international students?

Yes, international and offshore applicants may

enrol in our courses in their online formats. A
working knowledge of basic English and writing
skills is prerequisite. International orders may be
made via PayPal or credit card.
Who will correct me if I make a mistake while
practicing?

No. Because we try to keep tuition costs for all

our groomer training programs as low as
possible, and because not all students require
tools and equipment at the very same stage of
their program of studies, we include no tools or
equipment.
A link to a wholesale tools kit supplier is provided
for those who wish to purchase their tools all at
one time. We also provide a detailed name brand
professional tools and equipment list and a
wholesale suppliers list to help our students
make the very best tool and equipment choices
relevant to their individual needs.

What about grooming videos or DVDs?

Videos or DVDs are a great way to visually

reinforce the learning process, although not

Although mistakes can and do happen from time

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Do I need to have access to a computer to

complete this course?
necessarily the most convenient or optimum
learning tool as 'stand alone' trainers. It can be
awkward to practice what you're learning while
actually viewing them, (start-stop-start-stop), so
multiple viewings before beginning practice are
usually necessary to retain all the visual and
verbal instructions.
However, videos or DVDs used to accompany a
solid groomer training manual with plenty of still
diagrams, illustrations and photographs can be
an asset to the learning process.
Grooming videos or DVDs are included with our
diploma multimedia format, and are available for
purchase at any time to all JKL Members.

Yes, at the end of each lesson, online testing

must be successfully completed by all students.
As well, a comprehensive online memory exam
must be completed prior to issuance of trade
school diploma.
All students should have access to a computer
and the internet in order to take advantage of all
JKL member benefits.
For students enrolled in our multimedia or online
formats of the course, an internet connection
required to access course lessons online.
Tuitions

Course Costs
Please see our current price list at the JKL website. You can order online at the following web link:
http://www.jklgrooming.com/appshort1b.htm
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or email

joy@jklgrooming.com
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JKL Training Academy
PO Box 249, 604 1st Avenue
Queen Charlotte, BC, CANADA V0T 1S0

School Holidays
5B

Easter Weekend Friday thru

Monday
Victoria Day Friday thru Monday
preceding May 25th
Canada Day July 1st
Labour Day 1st Monday in
September
Canadian Thanksgiving 2nd Friday
thru Monday in October
Remembrance Day November
11th
Christmas week December 24th
January 2nd

(contact via email will be maintained during these

holidays)

Regular Academy Hours

Monday thru Friday
10 am 6 pm Pacific Time
Closed Saturdays & Sundays
(email contact is recommended on weekends)

Member Services
6B

Available ONLY to JKL students and grads, our

extensive benefits package is a leader in the
industry!
Lifetime support and membership is on a USE IT
OR LOSE IT basis. In order to maintain active
member status a student must visit the members
area or participate in member activities at least
once every three months.

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Start Up Info:
o shop set up
what you'll need right away
what can wait till you're
earning income
o establishing your client base
where to go
what to do
who to contact
o tips for starting on a shoestring
o grooming charts and diagrams
o breed specific grooming
instructions
Tool & Equipment info:
o wholesale supplier referrals list
o recommended brands list
o clipper operation and maintenance
o clipper blade chart
o current equipment & product
comparisons
o what's hot & what's not in the
industry
Marketing and Promotional Packages:
o business startup flyers
o business cards
o client referral incentives
o appointment cards
o groomer/client contracts
o grooming release forms
o next appointment cards
o logo graphics
Entry into Exclusive JKL Members
Network:
o complete lifetime support via
electronic and toll free contact
directly with Joy
o private student/graduate forums
o free customizable business
templates
o JKL bulletin boards and groomer
chat room
o subscription to "JKL BathTime
Buzz", our monthly e-newsletter
o e-Pals Club, make friends with
other JKL students and grads in the
industry.

JKL Practical Schools in Asia

7B

Some time ago now, JKL partnered with PetPet

Group to provide several JKL practical training
schools in China. Our Diploma Grooming Course
is being taught at our first school by JKL Certified

Instructors at IPTGA, (International Pet Therapy

and
Grooming
Academy).
Successful
JKL
graduates are already working at their chosen
career in Hong Kong and other parts of China.

To learn more about our practical schools in Asia, please visit our partner website at
PETPET GROUP - IPTGA
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Learning Aids
Glance & Groom Charts & Posters
8B

Laminated, double sided 8 1/2 x 11 breed specific grooming charts and wall posters with FULL COLOR
breed and grooming detail photos. These learning aids are specifically designed for quick reference, either
before or during a grooming session, and can conveniently rest on the actual table or be posted on the
grooming room wall.

Visit the JKL Website to view our complete Glance & Groom series
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