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IPG Written Exam

 

Written examinations are administered with each of the practical skills groups. Each group's written examinations are intended to test the applicant's knowledge on all of the breeds within that group.

 

An extensive written "Master's" Exam will be administered as the final phase in achievement of the status of "CERTIFIED MASTER GROOMER". Two hours will be allowed for this approximately 400 question examination covering:

 

  • Working Group
  • Herding Group
  • Hound Group
  • Toy Group
  • Groomer Terminology
  • Anatomy
  • General Health
  • First Aid, Health and Safety
  • Chemical Management
  • Feline Care

 

 

The research and majority of questions listed on all written examinations were derived from the AKC Latest Edition of "The Complete Dog Book". IPG, Inc. advises each professional pet groomer who plans to participate in certification testing to study and be knowledgeable on each of the breed standards, description, glossary, general health section and the canine anatomy section.

 

Certificates are awarded for successfully completing each phase of testing with a "C-" or better grade. All examinations may be taken in any order, however "Master Groomer", or CMG status cannot be awarded until the registrant has successfully completed ALL phases of IPG, Inc. testing. Due to testing volume, accuracy, quality assurance and time constraints, it may not be possible to immediately notify all participants of grades. At large test sites, full test results may be mailed.

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