Master Groomer Behavior Specialist(MGBS)
This is my Diploma Program Through the Whole Pet Grooming Academy. It's an online program for groomers who want to learn more about the behavior, training, and cooperative care aspects of dog grooming. This is an online, instructor-led course incorporating weekly Zoom class time as well as an online classroom. MGBS class link
Next Start Dates
October 2025
Start Date: Wednesday, October 15th, at 7:30 PM Eastern Time.
Meets every Wed at 7:30 PM Eastern Time for the full duration of the program.
January 2026
Start Date: Wednesday, January 7th at 6 PM Eastern Time.
Meets every Wed at 6 PM Eastern Time for the full duration of the program.
March 2026
Start Date: Monday, March 9th at Noon Eastern Time.
Meets every Mon at Noon Eastern Time for the full duration of the program.
May 2026
Start Date: Monday, May 4th at 4 PM Eastern Time.
Meets every Mon at 4 PM Eastern Time for the full duration of the program.
Level 1 Behavior And How It Relates To Safety 8 weeks
In this course the student will learn about the behavioral and emotional needs of the dog, the safety considerations of working on a living creature, and how to apply animal welfare and humane standards to the grooming process. This is the first of four classes for those seeking the Master Groomer Behavior Specialist credential.
Level 2 Basic Handling Skills 8 weeks
In this course, the student will learn how to handle behavior problems during the grooming process, assess the behavior, apply basic training techniques, and safely use the equipment and tools available to groomers. This is the second of four classes for those seeking the Master Groomer Behavior Specialist credential.
Level 3 Adding Training To The Grooming Experience 8 weeks
In this course, the student will learn how to determine the cause of a dog's behavior, gain an understanding of a variety of training techniques and approaches, and learn how to track behavioral progress. This is the third of four classes for those seeking the Master Groomer Behavior Specialist credential.
Level 4 Advanced Training Techniques 8 weeks
In this course, the student will learn more advanced behavior and training techniques to help dogs with more severe fear, anxiety, stress, and/or aggression. This is the fourth and final class for those seeking the Master Groomer Behavior Specialist credential.
I have shorter classes too!
Modern Behavior & Handling For Groomers
In this course, we'll discuss behavior and how it relates to safety, humane standards, and grooming as health care. We'll also discuss fear and how it affects the body, why pushing dogs through grooming backfires, talking to owners about behavior problems, and setting your own Safety Policy. Students have one month to complete this class.
Modern Behavior & Handling class enrollment link
Groom S.M.A.R.T. Adding Modern Behavioral Principles To Your Daily Grooming
This course discusses goal setting, the 3C's (Calm, Comfortable, and Cooperative), basic training principles, classical conditioning, operant conditioning, safe and comfortable handling and management, and setting the mood. Students have 1 month to complete the class.
Groom S.M.A.R.T. class enrollment link
These classes are through a school. You must enroll through the Whole Pet Grooming Academy. Go to WholePetNH.com for more information on pricing and enrollment, and check out the other courses available at this fantastic school!
