PROFESSIONAL
INTERMEDIATE
Professional Intermediate
Congratulations on completing the Foundation Course / SKC Class C Examination! Ready for the next part of your journey? Sign up for our Intermediate Course and build upon the knowledge you’ve gleaned from our Beginner programme. In this 20-lesson curriculum, learn a great many pet styles and the latest clipping techniques that will help prepare you for the SKC Class B Exam.
By the end of this course you will be ready to:
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Advanced pet grooming skills
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Knowledge in how to properly maintain a show poodle and show grooming techniques
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You will be ready to sit for the SKC Class B Grooming Examination*
This course will prepare you for careers such as:
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Pet Grooming Assistant
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Pet Salon Manager
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Pet Salon Owner
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Pet Day Care
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Pet Boarding Kennel
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Dog Training
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Dog Walker
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Dog Breeder
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Handler
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Handler Assistant
COURSE INFO
6 hours per lesson
Flexible class scheduling
Single lessons are $180/ lesson
INTERMEDIATE
20 lessons
$3,000.00
Course outline
Exam Preparatory Class
Show Poodle Maintenance
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Brushing Techniques
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Bathing Techniques
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Drying Techniques
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Banding
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Wrapping
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Removal of stains
Show Poodle Grooming
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Understanding the Show Puppy Clip/Continental Clip
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Line Setting and Balance
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Top Knot Setting Basics
SKC Class B Examination Show Puppy Clip
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Model Preparation
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Posture
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Balance
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Shape Setting
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Top Knot Setting
Theory
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Skin Anatomy
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Recognising skin ailments
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Clay Modelling, Drawing of Show Clips
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Study of Poodle History
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Structure and how to cover faults
Pet Styles
General:
Experience different advanced pet styles
Drop-coated Breeds: Maltese, Yorkshire Terrier, Shihtzu
Perfecting the long puppy clip
Improving style balance
Improving facial balance
Terrier: West Highland Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer
Pet Style Stripping
Toy Poodle:
Perfecting Long Teddy Bear Clip
Improving style balance
Improving facial balance
Course outline are subjected to change depending on student's speed of learning and progress.
SKC Examination
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Students are responsible for registration and fees of the annual SKC Grooming Examination. The school will provide details on registration procedures.
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Competition Model rentals are not included in course fees and are subject to availability. Terms and Conditions for the welfare of the model apply.
TOOL KIT
(not included)
Nail Care
Nail Clipper
Nail File
Quik Stop
Ear Care
Forceps/Hemostat
Ear Cleaner
Ear Powder
Cotton
Brushes
Doggyman Slicker Brush
Madan Pin Brush
Combs
Straight Comb Short Teeth
Straight Comb Long Teeth
Storage
Scissors Pouch
Tool Box/Bag
Clipper
2-Speed Anidis Clipper
Small Panasonic Clipper
Blades
Andis Blades: #40, #30, #10, #7F, #5F
Wahl Attachement Combs Set
Training Shears
Straight Shears
Curve Shears
Thinning Shears
Equipment Care
Clipper Oil
Blade Coolant
Text Books and Stationary
Complete Poodle Book
Drawing Tools
Show Grooming Tools
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Band Cutter
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Rat-Tail Comb
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Wrapping Bands
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Wrapping Paper
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Wrapping Plastic
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Show Bands
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Aerosol Hair Spray
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Liquid Hair Spray
Note
Tools and Equipment in this list are not included in Tuition Fee.
All professional tools and equipment in this list are available for purchase via the school office.
Students are not obliged to purchase tools and equipment from the school and they may purchase tools and equipment from other vendors.
To avoid purchasing unsuitable tools and equipment, students are strongly advised to consult their instructors regarding suitability of each item before the purchase from other vendors.