Located in the heart of Manhattan, AAOPG offers a fully licensed and comprehensive curriculum for those interested in a career in pet grooming. The American Academy of Pet Grooming (AAOPG) was founded in 2002 by Ilys Posner, a former New York City school teacher. Located in the heart of Manhattan near the bustling Baruch College campus, the school offers a fully licensed and comprehensive curriculum for those interested in either beginning a new career or changing the career they already have. Graduates have come from the stages of Broadway and the back offices of Wall Street. It makes no difference what your career has been, students come to AAOPG for one purpose - they love pets and they are seeking a career that is incredibly rewarding, satisfying, and lucrative. Some graduates move on to become pet groomers at some of New York City's most prestigious pet grooming enterprises, while others start their own successful businesses in and around the tri-state area. With more than five million pets, New York City is the pet capital of the world! Fees Basic Program Tuition: $5,000.00 for 150 Hours Advanced Master Pet Stylist Program Tuition: $6,500.00 for 250 Hours Professional Equipment Kit: $650.00 plus $54.44 tax (non-refundable) Registration: $100.00 Total for Basic Program: $5,804.44 Total for Advanced Master Pet Stylist Program: $7,304.44 We also offer pet grooming services! Dog Haircuts and Baths $40 Small Dogs (under 20 lbs.) $45 Medium Dogs (20-40 lbs.) $55 and up Large Dogs (over 40 lbs.) Dematting $10/hour Stripping $10 additional Day and Evening Appointments Saturday appointments start at $40 and up Cat Grooming $85 and up Price varies depending on the cat's temperament and condition of fur. By appointment only Call or Text to 212-686-3890 Email to: aaopg123@yahoo.com