Sixteen

of our most frequently asked questions

Below are 16 questions we've been asked often. You may find the answer you're looking for below. If not, you can contact the academy and ask away!

Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our dog grooming courses are internationally accredited by the IEAA (International Education Accreditation Authority), and have been since 2008.

As well, JKL has been an
ESDC (Employment and Social Development Canada) certified training institution since 1984.

Those who obtain professional training with JKL, an accredited and certified training institution, indicate to their peers and to their clientele a strong professional dedication.


Our Academic Diploma course cost is $1800 (save $305 when you pay in full) = $1495 total tuition with discount
Our Practicum Diploma course cost is $2200 (save $305 when you pay in full) = $1895 total tuition with discount

Our Academic Groomer Tech course cost is $1100 (save $205 when you pay in full) = $895 total tuition with discount
Our Practicum Groomer Tech course cost is $1200 (save $205 when you pay in full) = $995 total tuition with discount

(courses are subject to applicable taxes in Canada)
Both the Dog Grooming Diploma and Dog Grooming Diploma + Practicum course option cover the same comprehensive material, ranging from Groomer Technician and Pet Groomer to Pet Stylist. The key difference is that the Practicum option includes hands-on assignments for additional practice, with online tutored feedback from a JKL Professional Grooming Instructor to help you refine your grooming skills.

You only need to choose one course option—there's no requirement to choose both.

- The Dog Grooming Diploma offers theory-based learning, is more budget-friendly, and allows for a quicker completion, awarding you an Academic designation on your diploma.

- The Dog Grooming Diploma + Practicum includes both theory and hands-on practice, giving you extra time to hone your skills and receive professional feedback on your grooms. Upon graduation, you'll receive both an Academic and Practicum designation on your diploma.
You can take either of our Academic courses without having any grooming tools.
Yes, we offer several 'pay as you go' payment plans, allowing your budget to work with your studying goals.

You can get started with a $99 initial payment followed by regular no-interest monthly payment installments until fulfilled.

Access to each study module is provided after each monthly payment. At anytime you can make extra payments for quicker access to additional study modules.

View our payment plans
Yes, if you live in Canada, JKL will issue you a T2202 tax receipt for any course tuition paid during the year, so you'll be able to claim the Canada Training Credit and the Tuition Tax Receipt for up to one-half of eligible tuition fees.
We offer our no interest, no penalty payment plans, plus we work with several Canadian organizations to help our potential students obtain tuition funding:

        EI (Employment Insurance)
        CASS (Canadian Agriculture Skills Service)
        Metis Society
        First Nations Bands
Our diploma course has a 6 month completion time plus a bonus extra 9 months, for a total of 15 months for those who need the extra time to complete their study modules, testing and practicum work.

Our groomer technician course has a 4 month completion time, plus a bonus extra 4 months, for a total of 8 months.

Depending on the time you are able to spend on studies, courses can be completed prior to course completion date.

Should you require more time to complete your course of studies, course extensions may be purchased for $25 per each three month interval.
Yes, international and offshore applicants may enroll in our courses. A working knowledge of basic English and writing skills is a prerequisite. International orders may be made via PayPal or credit card.
JKL Grooming understands that some students will already have their own tools and equipment when choosing to take our courses, so we offer professional quality grooming tool kits as an added option for our students. These grooming tool kits are hand selected by our Professional Groomers and will take you well into your grooming career.

Enrolled students can order a Tool Kit at any time for the prices of:

21 Piece Starter Tool Kit: $599
36 Piece Deluxe Tool Kit: $999

To see which tools are included and selected for Click Here

Throughout the course of studies, we include excellent online course videos for all our diploma students. These grooming videos follow along with course study modules. They are very detailed, easy-to-follow, and filled with helpful professional grooming tips.
At the end of each study module, online testing must be successfully completed for all JKL courses. As well, a comprehensive online memory exam must be successfully completed prior to course completion.
Most retail products come with all sorts of money back guarantees, usually based on the purchaser meeting certain criteria or time limitations, and always subject to change at the whim of the retailer.  Our refund policy, is probably the best you'll find anywhere in the world. It offers student refunds both before and during your training, not a year or more after purchase or employment!  View the JKL Refund Policy in its entirety.
You'll need a tablet, laptop or desktop computer, and internet access.
If you choose our practicum course option, you'll need a mobile phone with photos and video capability
You will be certified and receive your Diploma. All graduates also receive lifetime support and access to multiple kinds of helpful resources.

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