Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I & II (CD-SV) Opportunity! Space is Limited!

This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.  The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.  Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).  Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).

Please Note: Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.

***IMPORTANT: Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.  If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.

WHEN

IDA Certification Event - Phase I & II (CD-SV)
Saturday, February 21 - Sunday, February 22, 2026

CD Testing: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm HST
SV Testing: 1:00 – 5:00 pm HST

***Join us for our upcoming 2-day IDA certification event on February 21 + 22. Day 1 will include a brief prep class to enhance participants’ understanding of becoming a Certified Detailer, covering SDS Sheets and test preparation then the CD exam will be conducted until 12pm, after lunch we will start SV testing. Day 2 will cover the ceramic coating certification course, and Q&A session. To sign up, applicant must register through IDA, then proceed to https://square.link/u/fHxqGQ6i to complete payment. This certification event will be held at Auto Chem Systems on 2/21 and 2/22 from 9:30 am - 5pm. The total cost to sign up is $1,200 for more information please refer to the link above.***

WHERE

Auto Chem Systems
2176 Lauwiliwili St
HI, 96707
USA

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

CD testing space is limited to the first eight (8) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first four (4) registrants.

WHY DO IT?

Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.  Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.  Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!

WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?

Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.  Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.  Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our Certification webpage. 

COST

Phase I (CD):
Members - $200
Non-Members - $400

Phase II (SV):
Members - $200
Non-Members - $400 

*Not a Member? Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.