Catalog Jan 2017 through Dec Dara s Paw Spaw, DBA, The Whole Pet Grooming Academy

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1 Catalog Jan 2017 through Dec 2018 Dara s Paw Spaw, DBA, The Whole Pet Grooming Academy Teaching the holistic and compassionate approach to pet grooming 174 Concord Street Suite #130 Peterborough, NH Owned and operated by Dara Forleo

2 Table of Contents Mission Statement 3 Licensed and Approved By 3 Administration 3 Academic Calendar 3 Hours of Operation 3 Admissions Requirements 4 School Policies 4 Grievance Policy 4 Grading Scale 4 Student Conduct 5 Dress Code 5 Tuition and Fees 6 Program Objective 6 Programs Offered 6 Course Descriptions 9 Animal Communication Courses 11 Equipment List 13 Test Out of Canine Stylist Assistant 14 Graduation Requirements 14 Facility 14 Job Placement 14 Refund Policy 14 GI, VA and Federal Information 15 1

3 Notice of Withdrawal 15 Transfer of Credits 15 Enrollment Dates 15 Bios 16 2

4 Mission Statement Successful grooming is a partnership between us, our customers and our students. We strive to offer the highest standards of the grooming industry through compassion, education, equipment, health and the overall well-being of all students to allow them to develop and strengthen bonds between pets and their owners, the knowledge of the industry, its business and the ability to demonstrate expertise with every pet. Licensed and Approved By The Whole Pet Grooming Academy is licensed and approved by the State of New Hampshire, Department Of Education as a post-secondary vocational school with a primary purpose of educating individuals as a professional groomer. Administration Owned and operated by Dara Forleo. See attached bio Rachel Podgurski instructor. See attached bio Ellen Ehrlich instructor. See attached bio April Begosh instructor. See attached bio Latifa Meena instructor. See attached bio Academic Calendar and Hours of Operation Federal holidays observed as listed, but not limited to: New Year s Eve New Year s Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Easter Memorial Day Independance Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christma s Eve Christmas Day At any time throughout year; classroom, courses and programs are limited to 4 students working towards a certificate or diploma. We specialize in the one-on-one attention for our customers, students and pets. Class will be held Monday Through Friday 9:00-3:00, Saturdays or evenings can be available as needed by students. Vacation times will be announced in advance. The school operates on a non-traditional term, we do not utilize the conventional academic calendar of quarters or semesters. The school reserves the right to amend the calendar. The hours per week vary depending if the class is hands-on or in classroom. The weather will play a major role in actual class schedule. Classes canceled due to weather will be made up. 3

5 Admission Requirements Students must be at least 18 years of age with a high school degree or hold a GED. Students under 18, with consent from guardians, will be considered on an individual basis, that have their high school degree or hold a GED. Students do not need to have any prior experience with animals or pet grooming. Students must complete an entrance exam to gauge knowledge, understanding and experience of the grooming industry. Not a graded exam. School Policies Tuition must be paid in full or a payment plan worked out with the school by student start date. No certification or diploma will be given out to a student until tuition is paid in full. Class attendance is mandatory, absence will interfere with the success of the program. Excused absences for illness, family emergencies or severe weather will be taken case by case. Students can work out scheduling if part-time enrollment is needed. To be considered a full time student attendance must be 25+ hours per week. Grievance Policy Hedc Any student who has a grievance with the school or an instructor should make a written complaint and submit it to the school director. A response will be written within 3 to 5 days. If a satisfactory resolution of the problem is not obtained, the student may then contact with a signed and dated letter: James Margeson, Department of Education, (603) Address: Division of Higher Education, Higher Education Commission, 101 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH Grading Scale Students will be given technical and written/practical exams. Technicals are a pass/fail, written/practical will be graded on a scale of: 94% - 100%: A 90% - 93%: A- 87% - 89%: B+ 83% - 86%: B 80% - 82%: B- 77% - 79%: C+ 73% - 76%: C 70% - 72%: C- 67% - 69%: D+ 63% - 66%: D 60% - 62%: D- Under 60%: NI Written/Practical exams must be passed with no less than a B- to move onto next section of schooling. 4

6 Student Conduct Students are expected, at all times to maintain the highest level of professional appearance and manners. Respectful treatment toward customers, clients (i.e animals), instructors, students and the general public is expected at all times. Failure of conduct could result in dismissal with loss of tuition. Cell phones on vibrate, can be used on breaks or for emergencies only, abuse of this policy could result in expulsion and forfeiture of tuition. Dress Code Students will be provided with a grooming shirt. Plain colored tank tops can be worn under shirts. No shirts with writing are allowed. Clean, hole-free, blue denim jeans or capris are acceptable for cooler and winter months, shorts can be worn as long as they are longer than shirts provided for summer months. Clean sneakers or clogs as footwear, no sandals or open-toes shoes. No necklaces, bracelets, multiple rings (excluding wedding bands) or dangle earrings worn on the grooming floor, tattoos must be covered at all times (at administrator s discretion), single ear piercing only, all others must be removed. Tuition and Fees $150 one-time application fee applied to tuition, refundable within 3 days Application fee is applied towards all program tuitions. Test Out Canine Stylist Assistant: $1800 for diploma, $1000 to advance to Novice Groomer Refresher Customized Days: $ hours in your salon, plus travel; $ in our salon. Alumni $ hours in your salon, plus travel; $ in our shop Certificate Workshops $75.00 each; $65.00 for alumni Course Alumni Pricing available. Each student as part of tuition in programs will be supplied with equipment to begin their training. Pricing is an estimated average. Each student needs to purchase equipment through the school separately who take courses only; if they are professionals, can supply their own equipment with approval from director or an equipment kit can be rented from the school for $ per 30 hours of usage. *available online as well as classroom Course Pricing equipment purchased separate Alumni Feline Stylist 30 hours $1, $ Advanced Canine Stylist 30 hours $1, $ * Business and Facility Management 15 hours $ $ * Basic First Aid 2 hours $ NA Pet First Aid and CPR 6 hours $ NA * Nutrition 3 hours $ $ * Basic Animal Communication 40 hours $2, NA *Advanced Animal Communication I40 hours $2, NA *Advanced Animal Communication II 40 hours $2, NA *Death & Dying Animal Communication 25 hours $1, NA *Boundaries & Ethics 30 hours $1, NA Professional Animal Communicator 18 hours $1, NA Take all 193 Animal Communication course hours for $8,

7 Program Pricing Professional Pet Sitter and Dog Walker 20 hours $1, Professional Feline Stylist 53 hours $2, with equipment Professional Pet Stylist Assistant 100 hours $3, with equipment Professional Novice Stylist 150 hours $6, with equipment Professional Intermediate Stylist 200 hours $8, with equipment Professional Advanced Stylist 250 hours $10, with equipment Grooming Workshops $75 per workshop, $65.00 alumni For a cancel or no-show, credit towards another workshop or a stand-in will be credited to be used within 6 months. Workshops will be held the third Sunday or Monday of each month, limited to 10 people, open to all grooming professional, full payment due Monday before workshop. Workshops can also be held at other salons with full seating and travel fees in New Hampshire or online (*). Cat Grooming Q and A * Bow Making DIY Salon Improvements * Clipper and Blade Maintenance How to be a Failure at Business Shear Selection * How to Be Your Own Boss * Things You Never Knew You Needed Understanding Your Insurance Policy * Creative Add-Ons * Ergonomics, Posture and Position * Community Networking and Marketing * The Holistic Environment * Unconventional Products To Make Your Life Easier * Working With Vets: Knowing and working with your local veterinarian to boost your business How to Handle and Deal With Senior and Extremely Difficult Animals Dog Training 101: Basic Commands Stylists Should Know The Ins and Outs of Mobile Grooming * To Shave, If and When, Double Coated or Not Shampoo: The Labels and Ingredients Talking With Pet Parents Program Objective The objective of these programs are to prepare assistants and stylists at a higher level of education to work in a shop or own a grooming business as an outstanding professional and to be compassionate by using holistic practices to create a stress-free, restraint-free grooming atmosphere. Programs Offered: Enrollment must be complete by end of month prior of program start date; programs start the first Monday of every month except Dec, Jan and Feb. If a holiday weekend, program will start on Tuesday. Programs limited to 2 students each start date. Program starting each month depends on what students are taking. At any time throughout year, classroom, courses and programs are limited to 4 students working towards a certificate or 6

8 diploma. Professional Pet Sitter and Dog Walker: 20 hours; This program is for high school, college or someone who wants to begin a new career with pets in their home. This will give them a look into being their own boss, help teach the organizational skills, pricing and scheduling. Courses include: F. Business and Facility Management G. Pet Sitter and Dog Walker I. Basic First Aid and CPR Text books for classroom use: First Aid for Dogs:What to do in an Emergency by Bruce Fogle; Groomer's Guide To Pet First Aid Injuries & Health by Boyd Harrell, DVM Professional Feline Stylist: 53 Hours, This program is for students who solely want to focus on feline grooming and opening their own business. Equipment included with tuition. Courses include: A. Feline Stylist F. Business and Facility Management I. Pet First Aid and CPR Text books for classroom use: Encyclopedia Of Cat Breeds 2nd edition by, J. Anne Helgren; PetTech PetSaver Program Workbook Professional Pet Stylist Assistant: 100 hours; This program is for students who want to assist the stylist for both canine and feline. Teaches everything needed for brushing, bathing, drying and handling canines and felines. Equipment included with tuition. Courses include: A. Feline Stylist Assistant C. Canine Stylist Assistant H. Pet First Aid and CPR J. Nutrition Text Books for classroom use: The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl; Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank; Canine Terminology by Harold R Spira; Anatomy of the Dog by Kerstin Mielke; Groomers Flash Cards by Dr. Cindie Law; Encyclopedia Of Cat Breeds 2nd edition by, J. Anne Helgren; PetTech PetSaver Program Workbook Professional Novice Stylist: 150 hours, This program is for the student who have little or no pet background in the grooming industry and want to learn just the basic canine grooming skills. Designed to teach compassion and entry level grooming. Equipment included with tuition. Courses include: C. Canine Stylist Assistant D. Intermediate Canine Stylist H. Pet First Aid and CPR J. Nutrition Text Books for classroom use: The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl; The Successful Pet Groomer by Ellen Ehrlich; Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank; Canine Terminology by Harold R Spira; Anatomy of the Dog by Kerstin Mielke; Groomers Flash Cards by Dr. Cindie Law; PetTech PetSaver Program Workbook, Barker s Grub by Rudy Edalati; 7

9 Canine and Feline Nutrition by Linda P. Case MS; Canine Nutrition by Lowell Ackerman, Professional Intermediate Stylist: 200 hours; This program is for students who have no background in the grooming industry and/or have very little hands on experience with pets. Designed to make students to be a compassionate, business minded and advanced in the art of grooming canines. Equipment included with tuition. Courses include: A. Canine Stylist Assistant B. Intermediate Canine Stylist C. Advanced Finishing and Detailing D. Business and Facility Management F. Pet First Aid and CPR G. Pet Nutrition Text Books for classroom use: The All Breed Guide to Dog Grooming by Sam Kohl; The Successful Pet Groomer by Ellen Ehrlich; Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank; Canine Terminology by Harold R Spira; Anatomy of the Dog by Kerstin Mielke; Groomers Flash Cards by Dr. Cindie Law; Barker s Grub by Rudy Edalati, Canine and Feline Nutrition by Linda P. Case MS; Canine Nutrition by Lowell Ackerman, D.V.M; PetTech PetSaver Program Workbook Professional Advanced Stylist: 250 hours; This program is for the student who want to learn the art of canine and feline grooming and the business end of the industry. They want to open their own business, or be their own boss. This will give them the full advantage of all courses offered. Equipment included with tuition. Courses Include: B. Feline Stylist C. Canine Stylist Assistant D. Intermediate Canine Stylist E. Advanced Canine Stylist F. Business and Facility Management I. Pet First Aid and CPR J. Nutrition Text Books for classroom use: The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl; The Successful Pet Groomer by Ellen Ehrlich; Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank; Canine Terminology by Harold R Spira; Anatomy of the Dog by Kerstin Mielke; Groomers Flash Cards by Dr. Cindie Law; Barker s Grub by Rudy Edalati, Canine and Feline Nutrition by Linda P. Case MS; Canine Nutrition by Lowell Ackerman, D.V.M; PetTech PetSaver Program Workbook * Once a week, students will present a current event within the grooming industry, product review, blog article, or demonstrate a new technique or trick learned from exploring on-line groomer resources. *Students will be asked to attend a Chamber of Commerce event, meet other local business owners and veterinarians, attend a dog show and/or trade show if in their training period. *Possible course projects during one of the courses: plan a community event to help educate pet 8

10 owners, create an educational pamphlet, simple business plan of running their day, start a business plan. Course Descriptions: Open enrollment depending on availability of student and instructors; except in December and January. Limited to 2 students starting at a time. Start date will be decided when application is filled out. At any time throughout year, classroom, courses and programs are limited to 5 students working towards a certificate or diploma. A. Feline Stylist Assistant: 15 hours; This course will cover common feline breeds, behavior and handling techniques for assisting feline stylists to help with keeping felines calm and safe during the grooming process. This program is for students who want to assist feline stylists only. Text books include Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds 2nd edition by J. Anne Helgren B. Feline Stylist : 30 hours; This course will cover the common feline breeds, bathing, brush and blow dry, cuts and styling, what types of shampoos and equipment are cat safe, behavior, and how to make the shop a safe, calming environment for the animals. This program is for students who only want to groom and work with felines. Equipment purchase separate or rented. Text books include Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds 2nd edition by J. Anne Helgren C. Canine Stylist Assistant : 60 hours; This course will cover all breeds in the AKC (American Kennel Club), brushing, bathing, anatomy, blow drying skills, deshedding, behavior signs, first aid, preparing for the bath, sanitary areas, sanitation of shop, pests you will encounter, shampoo and products, equipment and its maintenance. This is designed for students that just want to assist in a grooming shop or for the general knowledge of the grooming industry. Equipment purchase through school separately or rented. Text books include: Canine Terminology by Harold R. Spira; Anatomy of the Dog by Kerstin Mielke; Groomers Flash Cards by Dr. Cindie Law; Notes from the Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank; The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl D. Intermediate Canine Stylist : 90 hours; This course will cover styling tools (scissors and thinners), clippers and clipping, blades and length, snap on combs, breed specific trims and patterns, setting patterns, faces and feet trims. It is designed for students that want to learn basic techniques and grooming styles. Mostly shave downs, and simple hair cuts. Equipment purchase separate or rented. Text books include: Canine Terminology by Harold R. Spira; Anatomy of the Dog by Kerstin Mielke; Groomers Flash Cards by Dr. Cindie Law; Notes from the Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank; The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl; The Successful Pet Groomer by Ellen Ehrlich E. Advanced Canine Stylist : 30 hours; This course will allow for more advanced blending, styling, breed patterns, hand scissoring, creative or Asian styling and refining one's grooming touch. Part of this time will be spent checking in customers and sending the finished pet home. Lots of hands on inside the shop, answering phone, booking appointments and basic running of 9

11 the shop. Learn carding and hand stripping techniques. Text books include: Notes from the Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank; The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl; The Successful Pet Groomer by Ellen Ehrlich F. Business and Facility Management: 15 hours; This course will help determine the career of students; shop manager, owner, stylists..etc. Get some understanding of basic Excel spreadsheets, OutLook and other grooming software programs. Understand social media, the Chamber of Commerce, marketing, advertising, budgeting and pricing your grooms. Practice interviewing and resume writing. Offered in class and online. Tool usage will be Excel; the Internet; trade magazines such as Groomer to Groomer, The Pet Grooming Business; FaceBook groomer groups like New England Groomers, Grooming, The Grooming Business, Holistic Cat Grooming and Holistic Pet Grooming; websites such as: G. Pet Sitter and Dog Walker: 4 hours; This course is designed for high school and college aged students to give them a boost into a pet care career while they are away at college and breaks. This will give them a understanding to operate their own small business, basic finance sheets, insurance needs, pricing and scheduling. Offered in class or online. Materials include: internet, Facebook, Excel H. Basic First Aid: 2 hours; This course will cover the basics of pet and human first aid such as necessary supplies for each medical kit, normal body temperatures, finding the pulse, cleaning out bites or scratches wounds, knowing when to contact veterinary or medical help, being prepared for a medical emergency. Offered in class or online. Text books include: First Aid for Dogs:What to do in an Emergency by Bruce Fogle; Groomer's Guide To Pet First Aid Injuries & Health by Boyd Harrell, DVM I. Pet First Aid and CPR : 6 hours; This course will cover restraint, primary assessment and getting the pet's vitals, rescue breathing, canine and feline CPR, choking management, bleeding and shock management, as well as the basis for dealing with insect bites and stings, snakebite, heat and cold injuries, and seizure. Emphasis will be placed on the prevention of illness and injury, the importance of early veterinary care. Students will also learn how to equip a first aid kit for pets. Text book include: PetTeck Petsaver Program J. Nutrition: 3 hours; This course will cover mostly canine nutrition; reading and understanding a label on pet food, raw diets, kibble, home cooking, digestive tracts and how diet affects coat and skin health. Offered in class or online. Textbook include: Barker s Grub by Rudy Edalati, Canine and Feline Nutrition by Linda P. Case MS; Canine Nutrition by Lowell Ackerman 10

12 Animal Communication Courses Instructor: Latifa Meena Basic Animal Communication: 40 hours; This certified course is designed to allow students to learn the beginning basic skills needed to learn how to communicate with animals. Students will learn to create a baseline of how they learn. Practice with animals will be required during this course and students will use their own animals and others. Students will learn the skill sets required to work with animals of all breeds and species, living and crossed, as well as, how to work with the animal s owners. This class will be delivered through alternative delivery of 4 videos 45 minutes in length covering the above listed topics. Students will then engage instructor via Face-Time or Skype every Monday and Wednesday from 6-7 pm or 7-8 pm EST to go over the weeks materials, answer any questions students may have and engage with students to ensure they are completing the assigned work. Textbook includes: Learn Telepathy by Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi, Animal Talk by Penelope Smith, Communicating with Animals by Arthur Meyers Offered October 2 through November 22, 2017 and November 27 th through January 17 th, Advanced Animal Communication Part I: 40 hours; This certified course is designed to allow students to learn the beginning basic skills needed to learn how to communicate with animals. Students will learn to create a baseline of how they learn. Practice with animals will be required during this course and students will use their own animals and others. Students will learn the skill sets required to work with animals of all breeds and species, living and crossed, as well as, how to work with the animal s owners. This class will be delivered through alternative delivery of 4 videos 45 minutes in length covering the above listed topics. Students will then engage instructor via Face-Time or Skype every Monday and Wednesday from 6-7 pm or 7-8 pm EST to go over the weeks materials, answer any questions students may have and engage with students to ensure they are completing the assigned work. Textbook includes: Learn Telepathy by Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi, Animal Talk by Penelope Smith, Communicating with Animals by Arthur Meyers Offered November 27 through January 17, 2018 and January 22, 2018 through March 14, Advanced Animal Communication Course Part II: 40 hours; This certified course will teach students how to stay safe during the animal communication process. Students will create a deeper connection with the animals they work with including different breeds and species. Practice with animals will be required during this course and students will use their own animals and others. Students will be required to present case study during this course. This class will be delivered through alternative delivery of 4 videos 45 minutes in length covering the above listed topics. Students will then engage instructor via Face-Time or Skype every Monday and Wednesday from 6-7 pm or 7-8 pm EST to go over the weeks materials, answer any questions students may have and engage with students to ensure they are completing the assigned work. 11

13 Textbook includes: Learn Telepathy by Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi, Animal Talk by Penelope Smith, Communicating with Animals by Arthur Meyers Offered January 22, 2018 through March 14, 2018 and March 26, 2018 through May 16, Death and Dying for Animals: 25 hours; This certified course helps students to understand how animals view the death and dying process. Gain knowledge of the process from an animal s point of view and understand their needs and wishes during the process. Students will also learn how to help their humans before and after the process. Practice with animals will be required during this course and students will use their own animals and others. Students will be required to present case study during this course. This class will be delivered through alternative delivery of 4 videos 45 minutes in length covering the above listed topics. Students will then engage instructor via Face-Time or Skype every Monday and Wednesday from 6-7 pm EST or 7-8 pm EST to go over the weeks materials, answer any questions students may have and engage with students to ensure they are completing the assigned work. Textbook includes: Esoteric Healing by Alice Bailey Offered March 26, 2018 through April 30, 2018 and April 30, 2018 through May 25, Boundaries and Code of Ethics: 30 hours; This certified course outlines the boundaries and code of ethics students need to follow when working as an animal communicator. These guidelines will keep students safe in this process and ensure their animal communication is a welcomed service providing a safe and comforting environment when engaging as an Animal Communicator. Practice with animals will be required during this course and students will use their own animals and others. This class will be delivered through alternative delivery of 4 videos 45 minutes in length covering the above listed topics. Students will then engage instructor via Face-Time or Skype every Monday and Wednesday from 6-7 pm EST or 7-8 pm EST to go over the weeks materials, answer any questions students may have and engage with students to ensure they are completing the assigned work. Textbook includes: Animal Talk by Penelope Smith, Esoteric Healing by Alice Bailey Offered April 30, 2018 through May 25, 2018 and May 28, 2018 through July 6, Professional Animal Communication: 18 hours; This certified course will provide a 3 day in person class with hands on instruction with instructor Latifa Meena enabling students to bring together all of their skills and abilities in a classroom environment working with animals they do now know. This course is only available when students have successfully completed the Basic Animal Communication, Advanced Animal Communication Part I and II, Death and Dying for Animals and Boundaries and Ethics as an Animal Communicator. Practice with animals will be required during this course in the hands on class. Offered in July and August of 2018 in Swanzey, New Hampshire at the Monadnock Humane Society or The Whole Pet Grooming Academy, Peterborough, New Hampshire. Equipment List with Programs Each student as part of tuition in programs will be supplied with equipment to begin their 12

14 training. Pricing is an estimated average. Each student needs to purchase equipment through the school separately who take courses only; if they are professionals, can supply their own equipment with approval from director or an equipment kit can be rented from the school for $ per 30 hours of usage. Novice, Intermediate, Advanced $800 Wahl Clippers with 10 blade $200 Blade Cleaner $15 Blades: 1 of each= 7, 10, 30 $70 Wahl Snap on Comb Set $35 4 sets of scissors, right or left handed by Evolution Straights, 2 Curved and Thinning about $300 (extra cost for lefty) The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide Sam Kohl $80 2 Nail Trimmers and Quick Stop $40 Hema Stats $10 Chris Christensen Buttercomb $32 2 Chris Christensen Slicker Brushes small and large $72 Wahl Carry Tote Professional Feline Stylist $400 Cat Grooming by Sam Kohl $50 Wahl Clippers with 10 blade $160 Blade Cleaner $15 Wahl Blades= 7, 10, 30 $70 Chris Christensen Slicker Brush $47 Chris Christensen Cat Comb $50 Nail Trimmer $12.99 Wahl Snap on Combs #1 and #2 Professional Stylist Assistant $248 Wahl Cordless Detail Clippers $119 Chris Christensen Slicker Brush $47 2 Nail Trimmers and Quick Stop $40 Hema Stats $10 Chris Christensen Buttercomb $32 Upgrades: Can be purchased separate or as a kit for a reduced price Wahl Finishing Cordless Clippers The Successful Pet Groomer by Ellen Ehrlich signed copy Chris Christensen extra brushes or combs from Chris Christensen Extra Wahl blades Cat Grooming by Sam Kohl Test Out of Canine Stylist Assistant To be able to test out of the Stylist Assistant Course for the diploma or to advance to the 13

15 Professional Novice Stylist program or Intermediate Course, a person must be able to provide proof of at least one year working experience in a grooming shop, take a written test of breeds, equipments, first aid, pests and general questions regarding bathing, brushing and health of pets, also they must complete a technical on one or two pets to demonstrate skill level. Written test must be passed with a 85% or higher, technical is pass/fail only. Retest can be taken once for $35 with permission from director. Price for testing out is $1800 for diploma, $1000 to advance Graduation Requirements Students must complete all weeks registered for, testing with grades higher than a B- and pass all technical testing to get their Certificate or Diploma. No Certificate of Diploma will be given until tuition is paid in full. Facility A state of the art grooming shop set in 1900 square feet that offers a calming environment for customers, students and pets. Private bathing and grooming areas, restroom, break room/classroom for use with common areas and storage. Small storage room offers mini-fridge and microwave for students and a common area water cooler is provided as well as coffee/tea station. New equipment in an easily accessible grooming space for everyone to work comfortably. Heat and Central Air is throughout shop, along with overhead lighting in all rooms. Job Placement Program A list of all shops that are hiring will be available as shop owners call in seeking for groomers. Online access to groomer website that list job opportunities will be offered. Pet industry magazines and grooming magazines will be in classroom. Interviewing and resume writing will be offered to get students on the right path after graduating. Refund Policy Full Refund: Hedc If student cancels enrollment within 3 business days of contract Student did not meet the provisions Admission Requirements The school procured the student's enrollment as the result of any false representations in the written materials used by the school or in oral representations made by or on behalf of the school; The student withdraws from the program or course on or before the first day of instruction, a full refund, less administrative fee, not to exceed $ The school s failure to comply with RSA 188-G:1-10. No refund for no-show attendance, failure to pass or complete course work. All efforts shall be made to refund prepaid amounts for books and supplies, unless the student has consumed or used those items and can no longer be used or sold to new students, or returned by the school. GI, VA and Federal Information 14

16 Refund policy is based off a prorated system, minus application and administration fee. Equipment and application fees to be paid by student. 38 CFR (c)(13), Notice of Withdrawal Hedc The student may submit a letter of withdrawal along with form in student folder to 174 Concord Street Suite 130 Peterborough, NH with date of withdrawal and all fees that student is entitled to, will be refunded in 30 days. Transfer of Credits Hedc Students past credits will be reviewed, but does not mean credits may be accepted. All students leaving with a certificate may or may not be accepted at other schools. It is up to each individual school to accept or deny credits. Enrollment Dates Students may enroll at any time prior to the start of a new program which will occur the first Monday of the month, unless it is a holiday, then it will start on Tuesday; with the exception of December and January. Limited to 2 students starting at a time. Can be different programs. At any time throughout the year; classroom, courses and programs will be limited to 5 students working towards a certificate or diploma. Students may enroll in courses at any time, except Dec or Jan, depending on availability of instructors. Limited to two student at a time. Workshops will be held the third Sunday or Monday of each month, limited to 10 people. Students enrolled in programs will be able to participate in workshops as part of their course hours or can opt for extra hours during the week. Dara Forleo s Bio My passion for animals started at the young age of 2. As early as I can remember, I wanted nothing more than to be surrounded with anything the could be pet or ridden. During high school, because of my parents, I had the pleasure of having my own small farm that I filled with cats, dogs and show horses. A dream come true for any animal loving girl and that passion has 15

17 stayed with me since. I have been working with horses and dogs professionally since My knowledge ranges from the competing, handling, and grooming horses, cows, dogs and the occasional rabbit. In 1999, I attended the Nash Academy in Lexington, Kentucky. Following the completion of the Nash grooming program, I earned my BA for Small Business Management from Ottawa University. After moving to New Hampshire in 2006, I utilized my business degree to open my first grooming shop and boutique, The Doggie Bag & Day Spaw. In six years I built a business that has earned recognition from the community and my devoted following of clients. I was awarded the Best of Souhegan Valley Award for Best Groomer in 2007 through After selling The Doggie Bag and Day Spaw, I opened up what is now Dara s Paw Spaw and academy. I work strongly with our local high schools and their Internship programs, which allows juniors and seniors to intern in industries they may want explore in college or with vocational training. I am a board member as business consultant for the Holistic Cat Groomer s Alliance. I will be launching a series of seminars September 2017 for Barkleigh Products as a speaker and educator. I am also Board of Directors for the Peterborough Chamber of Commerce and active on committees within the Chamber and community. As a groomer, I have scoured the market for the best products and have adopted unconventional techniques to accommodate every one of my client s need. I am constantly looking for ways to grow and learn within and beyond the grooming industry. My pleasure comes not only from the finished product, but also with making sure the pet enjoys and is comfortable throughout the entire process. My passion for animals comes from my desire to ensure their utmost happiness. The skills and knowledge I use from vast requiem of experience has helped me develop new and better ways to make the pets and those in my care comfortable throughout their lifetime. Now this knowledge and experience will be passed on to students that come to my shop for training. Ellen Ehrlich Bio Ellen Ehrlich has been a mobile groomer since She is the author of The Successful Pet Groomer, Go Mobile And Succeed, 49 Essays On Pet Grooming, and is the creator of Go Mobile and Succeed - The Seminar DVD. Ellen has been nominated for eleven awards in the grooming industry since 2009, including Mobile Groomer of the Year, Up And Coming Speaker, Journalist Of The Year, Writer Of 16

18 The Year, and Blog of the Year. Her book, The Successful Pet Groomer, was nominated for Book Of The Year. She won the Barkleigh Award in 2016 for Contribution To The Industry. Ellen has appeared on Animal Planet as a guest mobile groomer and writes a popular blog called The Successful Pet Groomer. She is published in Groomer To Groomer and Petgroomer.com magazines, has been interviewed numerous times on GroomerTalk Radio, and is a Certified Feline Master Groomer. Ellen is the final judge for the Groomolympics, a pet styling competition. Ellen is an industry speaker and has mentored pet stylists from all over the world. She won the essay contest Driven To Groom and created the first Facebook page devoted to mobile grooming. Ellen spent two years presenting online webinars with Pawsitive Educational Training. She was a consultant for Hanvey Engineering. Ellen is on the Board of Directors for G.E.A.F Groomers Emergency Assistance Fund. Her goal for the future is making the world a better place for pet stylists as she inspires, motivates, and empowers groomers. Ellen's endless amount of passion and enthusiasm motivates her to explore and take advantage of new opportunities in the grooming industry. For more information on Ellen s products go to: Rachel Podgurski Bio Rachel has joined the staff at Dara s Paw Spaw and The Whole Pet Grooming Academy. She will be acting as our office manager, receptionist, groomer and as an instructor in our Academy. Originally from New Jersey, Rachel moved to New England to attend graduate school in Vermont. Rachel started out her professional career in the field of design, holding a bachelors in Interior Design and a masters in Historic Preservation. Following grad school, she moved to Peterborough where she worked for 5 years at Monahon Architects. In 2012, a death in her 17

19 family, followed by the closing of the architecture firm in 2013, lead to a career change. Having worked with horses for years, both as a barn manager and as a volunteer at Miracles in Motion and Touchstone Farms Equine Therapy programs, Rachel decided that working with animals was where her path was leading. Rachel took a job as an adoption counselor at a NH shelter for a year before accepting a job at the Monadnock Humane Society as the Adoption and Customer Service Coordinator. For 2 years, the Humane Society was her home away from home. In January of 2016, the illness of a family member led to her leaving the Humane Society to act a as caregiver. In March of 2016, Rachel started working at Court Street Veterinary Hospital as a vet tech, and continues to do so on a part-time basis. Rachel decided to enroll in the Advanced Pet Stylist program through the Whole Pet Grooming Academy in March of 2017, graduating in May 2017 and accepted the position with Dara! We are so excited to have Rachel on board! April Begosh Bio April is the Owner of Healthy Pets NH, a canine wellness center based out of Concord, NH and a mobile classroom offering classes in pet wellness throughout New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont. April has been a licensed massage therapist for humans since 1995 and just recently completed her level 2 certification in reiki. In 2007, April, a lifelong pet parent and animal lover, decided that she wanted to be able to provide the same quality massage and wellness services for pets as she does for her human clients. She began an independent study program in small animal massage using information 18

20 and educational materials from a variety of schools and pet professionals such as Integrated Touch Therapy in Ohio, Dr. Michael Fox, DVM, Jonathan Rudinger, Founder and Director of PetMassage in Ohio and Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, LMT and author of Canine Massage. She also took a course specializing in animal reiki. In 2009, she furthered her training in pet wellness by becoming a certified Pet Tech instructor of CPR, first aid and wellness care for pets. In 2014, she opened a dog daycare within a grooming salon where she later became the Salon Manager. Then, in 2016, she completed a course through FitPaws USA and The University of Tennessee and became a Certified Canine Fitness Trainer. April uses her skills and talents to create treatment plans, exercise programs and classes that are designed to improve the overall quality of life of her animal clients and to deepen the bond between them and their human companions. April has a true passion for working with animals and intends to continue to educate herself in topics that will allow her to create and to teach others how to create a lifestyle for their pets that is safe, healthy and happy. Latifa Meena Bio Animals Psychic and Communicator, Latifa Meena will make you smile the first time you meet her. She is eloquent and quick, with an infectious giggle. She began her professional career as an animal psychic and communicator along with and "hands on" healing in She has clients all over the world along with conducting Basic and Advanced Animal Communication Workshops. She has been featured on TV, Animal Planet Call of the Wildman and MTV Kesha My Wild and Beautiful Life. She has also appeared on local TV for the past several years and hosted live 19

21 theater events for the public to attend. No matter what she engages in, Latifa is fun, outgoing and a pleasure to be around. Her passion is to engage with humanity be helping us all to understand their animals companions is encouraging and welcoming. She feels every time she engages and is called to be the translator is an honor and privilege to give the animals a voice in their time of need, daily routines or changes in their lives. Latifa enjoys the seeing her students learn in each workshop. Her ability to teach us how to relax, be available and allow the seemingly impossible, possible, makes it comforting with nothing but encouragement and praise. The greatest perk of her job is the wonderful love and kisses the animals share with her. They are truly appreciative and grateful. 20