The Institute uses a professional method of instruction, accomplished through hands-on experience, theory, lectures, demonstrations, and video labs. Classes are enjoyable. Subjects taught are crucial to prepare students for their new exciting careers in the animal care industry. The institute limits its enrollment to small classes. Small classes held in a relaxed, congenial, attractive atmosphere greatly increase the student's ability to learn.
Small classes allow for small laboratory sections and plenty of personal attention.
The Institute provides students the opportunity to observe and practice technical skills. Professionally trained instructors teach students knowledge, time management and study skills needed to succeed. FiFi's School of Pet Grooming opened in 1996. Florida Institute of Animal Arts was established in 1999. The school name was changed to Florida Institute of Animal Arts in 2000.