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

The DAATA-ICDG certification process is now governed by the International Grooming Society. Courses are still available and are followed on this platform, but the certification process must be followed under the auspices of the IGS (www.internationalgroomingsociety.org). From now on, all profits from DAATA-ICDG training courses are donated to the IGS to support the promotion and development of holistic grooming focused on the well-being of animals and groomers.

Please understand that the certification fee does not include the courses and that you must follow the courses before you can take the certification exams.

Level 1 Certification :

You must pass a written test (multiple choice + short answers)
You must send a video case study demonstrating your DAATA Grooming skills

You will receive a PDF 180 pages guide to help you prepare for the written exam

🧭 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.

This means that you must pay for the courses separately.

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 are now 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.