This book is included when you apply to become a certifier, Approved Salon, Approved Training Center, or Approved School.  To learn more about these Approvals, purchase the Approval book now!

IPG CERTFIIER

ICMG's who are ready to mentor and support groomers seeking certification may apply to become an IPG certifier.  You must have completed all 3 tracks to apply as a certifer.*

We need cat certifiers, also, who complete all 3 tracks of cat certification.

APPROVED GROOMING SALON

…is available to Salons or mobile units whose owners and employees are safety certified as CPP, CCG, CPG. The facility meets minimum standards of safety, salon set-up, and business practices. Approved Salons or mobile units must renew their Approval each year to standard best practices.

APPROVED TRAINING CENTER

IPG Training Centers are approved to mentor groomers seeking IPG certification.  These centers are operated by International Certified Master Groomers and International Certified Master Cat Groomers.  Training Centers are authorized to host IPG certification events. 

APPROVED GROOMING SCHOOL

Approved Grooming schools qualify by meeting strict requirements, including Approved Salon, Certified Instructors, written course materials and minimum graduation requirments.

Approved Schools prepare students for IPG certification.

GROOMING CURRICULUM & TEXTS

Complete course materials are available for Grooming Schools, Training Centers and Mentors. These may be purchased in single sets or in quantities at a wholesale price.

See listing below or email for more information to:

[email protected]

APPLICATION

Once you pay the fees for any of the approvals, a complete application will be sent to you.  The IPG Approvals manual has worksheets to help you complete these applications.