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. After 20 years in insurance and business, Ilys Posner, founder of AAOPG, decided to follow her dream career - Grooming. Within two short years she was grooming some of the most exclusive dogs in New York City. From there, The Little Red Pet Shop was born - a full service grooming, boarding, and daycare facility in the heart of Manhattan. Her dreams have come true with hard work and knowledge. You can do the same. Whether you want to be a home groomer, shop groomer, mobile groomer, or run your own business, you can learn the essential skills to start your path to success. With only 150 hours, you can have a certificate from a licensed institution that will open the doors to your career in Pet Grooming!