Course Description

This onsite course advances the practical grooming foundation by focusing on styling fundamentals. Building upon the skills learned in Bathing Basics and Grooming Basics, students will practice creating shapes, balance, symmetry, pattern lines, and blending techniques. Emphasis is placed on professional styling principles while ensuring salon safety, sanitation, and proper workflow. Students will also gain in-depth knowledge of equipment, tool, and product safety, along with best practices for sanitation, organization, and equipment maintenance.

Students enrolling in this course independently will pay the listed individual tuition rate. Students enrolling through the Diploma Program receive the bundled tuition rate published in the Tuition & Fees section.

Course Objectives

Students will master the following technical procedures:

• Creating shapes in styling

• Establishing balance and symmetry in grooming design

• Applying basic pattern lines across different coat types

• Executing pattern blending techniques for professional finishes

Students will also learn the following salon procedures:

• Safe and gentle handling of pets during all technical procedures

• Salon organization and sanitation

• Professional salon operating procedures