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) [En Español]
Saturday, June 6, 2026

• CD Testing: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm MT
  

WHERE

The LAB México 
Pzla. de Los Reyes 77, Los Reyes, Coyoacán
Mexico City, 04330
Mexico

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Click registration button above 

CD testing space is limited to the first eight (8) 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 

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

WHEN:

June 6, 2026 - 13:30pm

WHERE:

Rupboden Seminar House
Hofstraße 2
Zeitlofs  97799
Germany

MORE INFO:

Der zentrale Treffpunkt für Detailing- und Tuning-Begeisterte. Inmitten idyllischer Waldkulisse erwartet Sie ein spannendes Programm – ein Tag voller Leidenschaft, Wissen und Inspiration. Die IDA Germany Chapter ist vertreten. Tickets und weitere Informationen erhalten Sie auf detailers-summit.de.

The central meeting point for detailing enthusiasts and tuning fanatics. An exciting program awaits you in a cozy forest setting - a day full of passion, knowledge and inspiration. IDA Germany Chapter will be represented, so visit detailers-summit.de for your ticket and for more information.

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) [Bulgarian]
Thursday, June 11, 2026 

CD Testing: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2
SV Testing: 2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2

WHERE

Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria
N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd
Sofia, Malinova Dolina, 1756
Bulgaria

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) 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.

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) [In English]
Thursday, June 11 - Saturday, June 13, 2026

CD Testing: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm GMT +8
SV Testing: 12:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +8

WHERE

IDA China Building K2-8
No.19,Hua'an Road
Zhineng Park, Liangqing District, Nanning City
Guangxi Zhuang 000000
China

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

CD testing space is limited to the first 30 registrants over the course of three days, and SV testing space is limited to 24 registrants over the course of three days.

If spots fill, request to be added to a waitlist.

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.

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 (CD)
Tuesday, June 16, 2026

• CD Testing: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm AST

Pre- Event Course Available - Contact Karim for details on how to reserve your spot - karimkhansautoperfection@gmail.com or 868-784-9290 

WHERE

Interchem Ltd.
9th Avenue South
Barataria 00000
Trinidad and Tobago

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Click registration button above 

CD testing space is limited to the first five (5) 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 

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

Thursday, June 18, 2026
4:00 pm (GMT) Start Time

WHERE

Studio16
16 Whitfield Dr 
Ayr, Ayrshire, KA8 9RX
United Kingdom

RSVP

RSVP details to follow; email info@studio16car.care with questions.

MORE INFO

Come join us at Studio16 for an in person Meet and Greet, learn more about the IDA, and our volunteering opportunities!

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) 
Friday, June 19, 2026

CD Testing: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT
SV Testing: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm GMT

WHERE

STUDIO 16
Unit 16 - Whitfield Drive
Ayr, Ayr - Prestwick KA8 9RX
Scotland - UK

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Click registration button above 

CD testing space is limited to the first six (6) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first six (6) 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.

IDA Chapter México participará en la Ruta Nacional del Detallado 2026, un encuentro que reúne a profesionales, fabricantes, distribuidores y entusiastas del detailing automotriz de todo el país. Durante el evento se promoverá la profesionalización de la industria a través de actividades educativas, networking, demostraciones técnicas y acercamiento a los estándares internacionales impulsados por la International Detailing Association (IDA). Jesús Orizaga, Presidente de IDA Chapter México, estará presente compartiendo información sobre los beneficios de pertenecer a la asociación, certificaciones y oportunidades de crecimiento profesional dentro de la industria del detailing. Entrada gratuita con registro previo. 

https://www.facebook.com/share/1EHZNvNPrP/ 

WHEN

Saturday, June 20 - Sunday, June 21, 2026
10:00 am - 6:00 pm 

WHERE

La Ruta Nacional del Detallado – Parada 01 Edomex
Manzana 037, Tepalcapa
Cuautitlán Izcalli 54743 
Mexico

RSVP

Registro gratuito a través de los organizadores del evento. Para más información comunicarse a los teléfonos:
55 3437 8377
55 1848 8845

EVENT SCHEDULE/ACTIVITIES

☑ Orador educativo
☑ Demostración de producto o equipo
☑ Mesa redonda
☑ Preguntas y respuestas con expertos y proveedores
☑ Networking entre profesionales de la industria

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) [En Español]
Thursday, July 30, 2026

• CD Testing: 6:00 – 8:00 pm MT
  

WHERE

CONGRESO NACIONAL DE DETALLADORES MX 2026
HOTEL RAQUET CUERNAVACA Av. Fco Villa 100, Rancho
CUERNAVACA, MORELOS 62120
MEXICO

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Click registration button above 

CD testing space is limited to the first sixteen (16) 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 

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

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) [Bulgarian]
Thursday, August 13, 2026

CD Testing: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2
SV Testing: 2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2

WHERE

Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria
N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd
Sofia, Malinova Dolina, 1756
Bulgaria

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) 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.

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 (CD) [En Español]
Sunday, August 16, 2026

CD Testing: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm GMT-5 

WHERE

Plush Auto Detailing
Carrera 45a # 127d 34
Bogota, 111211
Colombia

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

CD testing space is limited to the first 24 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 USD
Non-Members - $400 USD

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

WHEN: 

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – Saturday, September 12, 2026

WHERE: 

Messe Frankfurt 
Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1,
60327 Frankfurt am Main
Germany

CONTACT:

IDA Germany Chapter
Marvin Mieth, CD-SV
Lars Pickhardt, CD-SV

TRADESHOW REGISTRATION:

Show information, tickets, schedules are available here.

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

Get connected with the future of the automotive service industry at the leading trade fair Automechanika Frankfurt. As an international meeting place for the industry, dealership trade and maintenance and repair segment, it provides a major platform for business and technological knowledge transfer.

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) [Bulgarian]
Thursday, October 15, 2026

CD Testing: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2
SV Testing: 2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2

WHERE

Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria
N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd
Sofia, Malinova Dolina, 1756
Bulgaria

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) 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.

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) [Bulgarian]
Thursday, December 10, 2026

CD Testing: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2
SV Testing: 2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2

WHERE

Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria
N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd
Sofia, Malinova Dolina, 1756
Bulgaria

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) 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.