Explore DAATA-ICDG Certification

Prove your expertise. Elevate your grooming. Make a difference.

✅ Why Get Certified?

Build credibility and trust with clients and veterinarians
Gain confidence through science-based knowledge
Stand out from other professionals
Raise your prices by offering specialized services
Join a global network of gentle, ethical groomers

📋 The Certification Process

After each DAATA-ICDG level, you have the opportunity to take a Certification Exam that validates your knowledge and skills.

Level 1 Certification Includes:

PDF guide to help you review the material
You must pass a written test (multiple choice + short answers)
You must send a video case study demonstrating your DAATA Grooming skills
Official DAATA-ICDG Level 1 Certificate and digital badge
Your name will be added to the official list of certified DAATA-ICDG groomers.
One year membership to the IGS

🧭 Certification Levels

Level Focus Area Certification

Level 1 Skin & coat science, DAATA basics ✅ Available

Level 2 Skin issues: dry, oily, sensitive, etc. ✅ Available

Level 3 Product & ingredient analysis ✅ Available

Level 4 Natural product integration ✅ Available

📅 Exam Availability

You can apply for the Level 1 exam anytime after completing the training — whether live or self-paced.

Submit your answers and your video case study whenever you feel ready.

Certification requires a separate payment. The current fee is €100.

Apply for Certification

Ready to become a certified DAATA-ICDG groomer? You’re just one step away from validating your skills and joining a global network of professionals.

🎓 Certification and Membership

The DAATA-ICDG certification is now officially recognized as the grooming certification of the International Grooming Society (IGS). To become certified, you must be a member of the IGS. This annual membership gives you access to the certification process, the official certificate, and inclusion in the IGS directory of certified professionals.

Membership details and registration will soon be available on the new IGS website. In the meantime, feel free to contact us directly at daatacertification@gmail.com to become a member and start the certification process.

📦 What’s Included

Written exam (MCQs and short answers)
Submission of a video showcasing a DAATA grooming session
Evaluation by DAATA-ICDG examiners
Once you are certified you'll receive an Official certificate issued in your name
And you'll be added to the Listing in the IGS public directory of certified groomers

You will be redirected to a secure payment page. After completing payment, you will receive instructions by email within 48 hours.