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Learning Strategies The advantages of learning at home; types of study materials; types of examinations; accessing and using the features of our Web site; determining what kind of learner you are; establishing a study schedule; using study tips; preparing for and taking examinations. The Grooming Professional Career opportunities in pet grooming; basic equipment; professionalism; communication skills needed.

Introduction to Dogs Brief introduction to dog types; personalities of dogs; general handling of dogs. Introduction to Cats Brief introduction to cats; types of cats; types of cat personalities; general handling of cats. Anatomy and Health Care of Dogs and Cats Structures of dogs and cats in relation to body parts and purposes; basic health care; informing the pet owner of problems noticed while grooming. Learning Aid: Universal comb

Equipment Selection, Use, and Maintenance Use and proper care of equipment and grooming tools; maintenance and care of kennels and crates. Preparation of Dogs for Grooming Combing and brushing techniques; cleaning ears and plucking ear hair; nail clipping; taking care of eyes, stomach, and rectal area. Bathing and Drying Procedures for using shampoos, conditioners, and flea products; basic bathing and drying techniques. Basic Grooming Patterns Procedures to treat mats; shaving down a dog; choosing the proper cut. Learning Aids: Dog nail trimmers Dog slicker brush

Terrier Group Various types of terriers and the particular cuts for each type; terminology related to terriers. Non-Sporting Group Types of non-sporting dogs; various breeds; original purpose of these dogs; non-sporting breed cuts; detailed look at the Bichon Frise. Toy Group Types of toy breeds; original purpose of these dogs; terminology and cut procedures; detailed look at the Shih Tzu. Learning Aid: Grooming Scissors

Sporting Group Types of sporting dogs; various breeds; original purpose of these dogs; sporting breed cuts; detailed look at the Cocker Spaniel. Herding Group Types of dogs in the herding group; various breeds; original purpose of these dogs; herding breed cuts; detailed look at the Old English Sheepdog and the Bouvier des Flandres. Hound Group Types of hounds and various breeds; original purpose of these dogs; types and terminology of various cuts and procedures; the Norwegian Elkhound is described in detail. Working Group Types of working dogs; various breeds; original purpose of these dogs; working group breed cuts; terminology and procedures; detailed look at the Giant Schnauzer.

Poodles Types of cuts; terminology; detailed look at the lamb cut. Mixed Breeds and Drop-Coat Styles Types of cuts; terminology; procedures; choosing the mixed-breed cut. Puppies Proper handling of puppies; types of grooming problems associated with puppies; grooming in stages; recognizing signs of stress; introducing the puppy to clippers; bathing and drying puppies; the positive grooming experience Learning Aids: Clippers Andis® blade guide Andis® poodle chart

Specific Personalities The various personality types; groomer responsibilities; hazards; various procedures/techniques for working with each type of dog. Grooming Dogs With Behavior Problems Owner notification of problems; protection of self and others; proper use of muzzles; instruction of owners to curb grooming behavior problems.

Introduction to Cats and Their Personalities Different types of cat personalities are discussed; problems faced by groomers with each; hazards; kitten personalities and problems. Cat Grooming Procedures Proper handling procedures; combing and brushing procedures; dematting and shaving down; bathing and drying procedures; grooming kittens.

The Business Side of Grooming Job descriptions in a typical grooming business; setting prices; phone procedures; customer service; record keeping; advertising; accounting and payroll; zoning regulations.

Anatomical divisions, positions, and locations; cells and tissues; eyes and ears; the skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive systems.

Cage birds; bird behavior, anatomy, restraint, grooming, and exam techniques; administering medication; poultry; feeding, housing, and treatment techniques of small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

Examining, caring for, and restraining wildlife; returning captive animals to the wild; marine mammals; husbandry and care of rodents; neonatal puppies, foals, and calves; considerations in geriatric patients.

Options and approaches to providing child care: the differences between custodial, developmental and comprehensive care; quality issues in child care

Developing a safety policy; removing hazards; dealing with medical, fire, and weather emergencies; assembling an effective first aid kit; monitoring illnesses; health problems caused by weather, abuse, and emotion

Planning good environments for children; types of learning centers; selecting equipment, materials, and toys; evaluation.

Physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development; promoting maturation and responsibility; how temperament affects personality; the two-year-old stage; impact of play on social development.

Recognizing signs of development; the role of accomplishment in developing a child's self-esteem; motor and perceptual skills; how competition, fear, stress, and rules affect a child.

Important workplace skills; ethics for child care professionals; promoting communication, cooperation and teamwork; facing day-to-day challenges; managing your time and solving problems effectively.

Language skill development; assessing books; reading stories; reading and writing exercises; language arts and dramatic play; how dramatic play encourages growth; using puppets.

Goals of science and math curricula; the teacher's role; planning and leading science, math and active play activities; active play learning centers; safety during active play; creative resources.

Planning a social studies curriculum; helping children become responsible citizens; learning about one's self, family, and community; adding an effective music program; planning music and creative movement activities; the teacher's role in music.

Helping infants and toddlers develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially; communicating effectively with parents; planning a safe and healthy environment; common challenges

Inductive and capacitive reactance; reflected impedance; resonance; passive filters; integrator and differentiator circuits; waves; harmonics.

Troubleshooting digital and analog equipment and audio-amplifier consumer chips; narrowing the problem; block diagrams; using a bench power supply; signal tracing; output devices; troubleshooting basic low-frequency amplifier circuits; audio distortion problems.

How To Troubleshoot The Pn Junction Diode And Bipolar And Fet Circuits; How Transistor Circuits, Diodes, Zener Diodes, Ujt Oscillators, And Thyristors Operate; Transistor And Resistor Arrays; Voltage Regulator Ics And Consumer Ic Chips; Understanding Analog Switches; Optical Isolators.

Modulation; transmission and reception of RF signals; watts, transmitters, and components; radio receivers; TV; AM and FM detectors; microvolt signals in receivers.

Pulsed waveforms; source and load instruments; the originating pulse and processing pulse circuits; digital IC references; understanding digital schematic diagrams; digital gates; how to troubleshoot digital circuits.

Personal and business banquets; catering vs. banquets; staffing; manager qualifications; weddings; banquet styles; function room setup; table shapes and layouts; meetings; cocktail parties; podiums, lecterns, and microphones; advance booking tips; deposits; guarantees.

The banquet sheet: key to success; getting the right information; communicating policies; understanding the function; menu planning; detail planning; types of meals; special menus; beverage service; open bar; cash bar; á la carte drinks; guarantee and set; confirming the schedule and arrangements; distributing the sheet and meeting with staff; preparing the kitchen; checking details; seating arrangements.

Arranging staff, equipment, and duties; planning place settings; the station, follow-up, and combination methods; cocktail parties; serving and clearing; preparing the chef; choosing entrees; buffets; traffic control; chafing dishes; keeping food hot; checkbacks; presenting the bill.