Cat Grooming Proficiency Test

Professional Cat Grooming

Proficiency Tests

Levels 1 to 4

PPGI's Certification Program is based on the Pet Grooming Industry Standards

Step 1 - Register Now

Step 2 - E-learning & Self-Study (Course Notes will be provided)

Step 3 - Practice on your own (Assessment Sheet will be provided)

Step 4 - Online Video Submission(s)

Step 5 - A Certifier evaluates your submission. Your scorecard will be sent to you, together with feedback from your Certifier

ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL CAT GROOMER

Level 1

As an Assistant Groomer, you will be expected to be able to handle Basic Grooming duties such as

the cutting of nails
trimming the paws
cleaning of ears
brushing out the coat thoroughly
showering & drying

You will also need to know basic cat care knowledge such as

parasites - protection and treatment

This is a Video Submission Assessment. You will be assessed on your technical skills as well as your handling skills.

Assessment Fee: $200

PROFESSIONAL CAT GROOMER

Level 2

As a Professional Cat Groomer, you will be expected to be able to execute 3 styles of haircuts for a cat

The Natural Cat
The Lion Cut
The Summer Cut

You will also need to know advanced cat care knowledge such as

ringworm - what is is and how to deal with it
signs of stress - what they are and how to deal with it
working with the vet

You will have to demonstrate

advanced handling skills
adequate scissoring & clipper skills

This is a Video Submission Assessment. You will be assessed on your technical skills as well as your handling skills.

Assessment Fee: $300

*Pre-Requisite:

Completion of Level 1

PROFESSIONAL CAT GROOMING TRAINER

Level 3

As a Professional Cat Grooming Trainer, you will be expected to be able to teach a Level 1 and Level 2 course.

You will have to demonstrate

excellent technical skills
excellent handling skills
excellent communication skills

This is a Video Submission Assessment. You will be assessed on your technical skills as well as your communication skills.

Assessment Fee: $500

*Pre-Requisite:

Completion of Levels 1 & 2
at least 2 years of relevant working experience

PROFESSIONAL CAT GROOMING CERTIFIER

Level 4

As a Professional Cat Grooming Certifier, you will be expected to be able to assess a groomer’s work fairly and give constructive feedback, for both Levels 1 and 2.

This is a Video Submission Assessment. You will have to demonstrate

excellent communication skills
fair judgement

Assessment Fee: $300

*Pre-Requisite:

Completion of Levels 1 to 3
Guided at least 5 students/trainees who have completed Level 1
Guided at least 2 students/trainees who have completed Level 2

Professional Cat Grooming

Proficiency Tests