Utah's nonprofit home for affordable grooming education. We bring top industry educators to pet professionals — offering community-driven workshops, competitions, and classes every month.
Pet Groomers Low-Cost Education exists to expand access to continued education for pet industry professionals by offering affordable, inclusive, and community-driven learning opportunities that promote ethical care, professional confidence, and long-term industry sustainability.
We envision a pet industry where professionals nationwide — regardless of location, financial barriers, or experience level — have access to continued education, mentorship, and community support.
What we stand for
Our classes are held in welcoming spaces with passionate instructors. Everyone is welcome!
Classes are held on the last Sunday of every month.
Register below and pay via Venmo @Low-Cost-Edu or cash at the door.
Lisa has been grooming for almost 18 years and earned her NCMG just a year and a half in — and she hasn't stopped learning since. She's had poodles for 13 years and has been showing for over 20, more than 12 of those with poodles.
Expect a deeper understanding of poodle maintenance and trims, with special attention on the Continental haircut — including the Modified Continental. Lisa also covers the basics of showing and ring procedure, so you'll see how the pattern and the ring fit together. A professional sharpener joins as a second educator to cover tool maintenance.
Register for This Class →📋 Fill out the form below, then complete your spot with the $50 class fee via Venmo @Low-Cost-Edu or cash at the door.
Learn the traditional art of hand stripping — a rare, in-demand skill that preserves correct texture and color in terriers and other wire-coated breeds. Scott covers foundations, breed-correct finish, coat rolling, and working with live skin.
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The bichon is one of the hardest breeds to get right — and one of the most rewarding. Kirsten walks through the breed-correct bichon trim from the ground up: coat prep and drying for maximum volume, setting the pattern, and scissoring the rounded head and outline that define the breed.
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A rare chance to test for your National Certified Master Groomer credential without traveling to a major industry event. Suzanne evaluates the hands-on practical trims across both days, so you can sit one group or work toward several.
Certification is handled through NDGAA / AKC Canine College, and a few steps must be finished before testing day — membership, purchasing your exam and practical courses, and passing the written exam online.
Get the Prep Checklist (PDF) →📋 Register your interest below and we'll confirm testing times, groups, and NDGAA fees with you directly.
Sign up below and we'll reach out with class details as soon as they're confirmed. We can't wait to meet you!
Have questions about our classes, want to partner with us, or just want to connect? Reach out — we're always happy to chat!
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Help shape the nonprofit. We're seeking working groomers who share our values: accessible, affordable, non-discriminatory, non-partisan.
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