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Elevate Your Cat Grooming Career with Our Premier Training Programs

Are you ready to transform your passion for cats into a thriving career or take your existing skills to the next level? Our cat grooming courses are designed to empower you with the knowledge, techniques, and confidence needed to become a leader in this specialized field.


Why Choose Our Courses?

Our courses are led by Jackie Halina, a trailblazer with over 14 years of experience as a Master Cat Groomer. Her passion and proven techniques are shared in every lesson, ensuring you learn from the very best. Enjoy the convenience of online courses that fit your schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace from anywhere in the world.

  • Whether you're a beginner stepping into the world of cat grooming or a seasoned groomer looking to refine your expertise, we have a course tailored for you. From foundational grooming skills to advanced techniques, our curriculum ensures you stay ahead of industry trends.

  • Our Master Cat Groomer Program sets the gold standard in feline grooming. You'll gain mastery over breed-specific grooming, safe handling, and creative styling that distinguishes you as a true expert.

  • Demonstrate your commitment to excellence with our Advanced Courses. Earning a Seal or Distinction Award showcases your expertise and dedication, making you a standout professional in the competitive grooming industry.

  • You’ll Gain Confidence in handling even the most challenging grooming scenarios. Certification that enhances your credibility and attracts loyal clients. Knowledge to provide stress-free, safe, and professional grooming experiences for cats.

Bonus Material

Learning made easy. Each course comes with a certification upon completion of the course and additional awards upon completion of any practical components if required.

  • Testing

    All written testing is included in the course through a series of knowledge questions. This eliminates the stress of trying to remember information for large final exams. Practical testing is included with each course. Practical testing can be accomplished through video submission, live feed testing or in person testing. Practical testing is included in the price but needs to be completed within one year of enrollment. After one year, there will be an examination fee.

  • Manuals

    Manuals for the Elite Master Cat Grooming Program are included in PDF downloadable format.

  • Lessons

    Each lesson is composed of written, pictures, photos, videos and lectures guiding you through the most comprehensive cat grooming course. Each chapter is built in small sections to create an easy learning environment. Photos, graphics and videos compliment each element to enable each student to absorb material in different ways.

Testimonials

Confidence and Learning

Heather

I know I have said thank you for your course so many times now , but it's honestly fantastic! It's given me the confidence to bath adult cats who have never been bathed or even groomed before . I've just had another very successful cat day yesterday and it was so enjoyable having all the cats be bathed and properly prepped before a haircut . Thank you so much, it was a fabulous course and I thoroughly enjoyed it and learned so much from you

Courses to Elevate your Skills

From Masters programs to specialty course, you'll find choices here.

Instructor(s)

Jackie Halina CMCG

Jackie Halina

Jackie Halina is a highly experienced and passionate animal care professional with over 14 years as a master cat groomer and more than 30 years as a skilled dog groomer. Her expertise extends to working as a veterinary assistant, dog trainer, and wildlife rehabilitator, dedicating eight years to nursing injured wildlife back to health. Jackie’s deep love for animals and her desire to enrich the lives of both pets and their owners have defined her career. A natural educator, Jackie thrives on sharing her knowledge and empowering others. She has developed several online courses to provide cat groomers and aspiring groomers worldwide with access to cutting-edge education, ensuring best practices and professional growth in the field. Jackie’s adventurous spirit fuels her love for travel and new experiences. A certified scuba diver and talented artist, she embraces life’s challenges with enthusiasm. Her competitive edge shines in the ring, where she trains and competes with her dogs, Wicca and Echo, and even her cat, Waffles, showcasing her remarkable ability to connect with animals across species. Jackie’s mission is to improve the lives of everyone she meets, whether by teaching, inspiring, or providing compassionate care to animals and their human companions. She is a trailblazer in her field, combining her extensive expertise, creative talents, and adventurous nature to make a lasting impact.

Instructor Assistant Waffles Halina

Waffles is the purr-fect demonstration of feline elegance and patience! Whether dazzling on camera or stealing the spotlight at competitions, this Persian icon is a true ambassador for the art of grooming. 🐾 Waffles isn’t just a feline star in the grooming world—he’s an adventurous spirit and a cuddle champion! Whether camping, hiking, or stealing the show at competitions, he proves that elegance and fun can go paw in paw. 🐾

FAQ

  • What is your refund Policy?

    We offer a 30 day refund with conditions. Because of the nature of online learning and that you get full access to the course, a refund will depend on how much of the course you have accessed during the 30 days. Whatever percentage of the course you have accessed with be held back from the refund. For instance, if you have accessed 25% of the course, you will receive a 75% refund.

  • Do I have full access right away?

    Yes, you have full access to the course.

  • How do I get practical experience?

    Should you feel you need some mentoring, contact a cat groomer in your area to see if they will help you. Prepare to pay them for their time and expertise. ICATS is slowly building mentors around the world. if you would be interested in being mentor, contact ICATS for more information. You need to acquire your masters through ICATS. If you are unable to find any and are in the vicinity of one of the ICATS instructors, contact them for mentorship. If you are unable to work with anyone, start with brush and deshed on cats, moving into bathing them when you are comfortable. Then to styling them. Rescues and SPCA's or Humane Societies are often a good source for cats to practice skills on and most of them welcome the voluntary grooming for the cats awaiting their forever homes to find them.

  • Should I offer discounted or free grooms when I start grooming cat clients/

    No, no, no. many people who are looking for free services aren't loyal customers and will go to whoever is cheapest. Because cat grooming can be dangerous, its best to charge your regular pricing, making the client aware that it may take a bit longer and the groom may not be perfect. When some people see the word discount or free, they can take advantage of it and you may wind up with very aggressive cats when you start out. By charging your normal price, these people won't bother bringing their cat to you.

  • I see the written testing is included in the price, is the practical testing included as well?

    Yes, the practical testing is included in the price and course. You have one year to complete the practical testing in the included price. After a year, there will be a testing charge per test. The practical tests can be done throughout the course.

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