Pictures: IDA - CD and SV Certification Testing Classes at Autogeek - December 2017

Pictures: IDA - CD and SV Certification Testing Classes at Autogeek - December 2017


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This last Saturday we held Certified Detailer (CD) and Skills Validated (SV) certification testing here at Autogeek with 4 detailers attending the class.


From left to right,

Paul Girolamo, Rohan Cole, Warren Hills and John Pingol


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The CD test takes approximately 4 hours. There's the class portion and then 10 written tests.

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The SV test takes approximately 2 hours for a single student to go through. The person must demonstrate their knowledge of proper car detailing procedures using the tools, pads, products made available in the class.


One of the cool benefits when taking the tests here is Autogeek's Show Car Garage is spacious, well-lit and fully self-contained. We have everything needed to hold professial gread car and boat detailing classes and thus we have everything to conduct thorough IDA CD and SV Certification Testing.


Well lit, roomy, fully stocked with tools, pads and products....

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Please help me in congratulating Paul, Rohan, Warren and John!


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Had an amazing experience. Thanks Mike!!!

Congrats guys!!!!

Congrats!!!

Good job guys!

Pretty cool guys I may get certified you never know when you will need it and makes you 100 percent professional.working on a gl350 black today full of rotary swirls on every panel.As I was getting frustrated with the body shop person that did this to this vehicle.Sonax cut max to the rescue.

Congratulations boyz!

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Originally Posted by GSKR

Pretty cool guys I may get certified you never know when you will need it and makes you 100 percent professional.working on a gl350 black today full of rotary swirls on every panel.As I was getting frustrated with the body shop person that did this to this vehicle.Sonax cut max to the rescue.

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Got my IDA - CD & SV certification earlier this year.

While it doesn't make you a professional detailer, I feel that it gives you more credibility.

Almost like if someone was deciding on which mechanic to take their car to. They will probably choose one that is ASE certified over one that wasn't.

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Originally Posted by FrankS

Got my IDA - CD & SV certification earlier this year.

While it doesn't make you a professional detailer, I feel that it gives you more credibility.

Almost like if someone was deciding on which mechanic to take their car to. They will probably choose one that is ASE certified over one that wasn't.

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Yes credibility was what I really meant.I think it's a great idea to post those on Facebook or a website.

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Originally Posted by GSKR

Yes credibility was what I really meant.I think it's a great idea to post those on Facebook or a website.

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Congrats gang!

Good stuff! Congratulations and it's really interesting to me that this "certification" idea has finally come to realization after many years of being bandied about on the forums.

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Originally Posted by paul_g

Had an amazing experience. Thanks Mike!!!

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Thanks for flying down from New Hampshire to attend the class. It was a pleasure to meet you and work with you.

Hope to see you at a future Competition Ready Detailing Class, you'll have a blast and learn a TON of information and techniques in three fast-paced days.

Plus you'll get to work on really cool cars and use ALL the cool tools and products in the industry.



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Class info for 2017


2017 Schedule

February 17th, 18th, 19th - IDA SV Testing will be on Monday, February 20th

May 5th, 6th and 7th - IDA SV Testing will be on Monday, May 8th

September 29th, 30th, October 1st - IDA SV Testing will be on Monday, October 2nd


Price for 3-day class: $1,795.00



Boat Detailing Class
For those interested in taking our boat detailing class, which we only teach one time a year,

Marine 31 Boat Detailing Class - Saturday February 4th, 2017

Price for 1-day class: $450.00



How to sign up for a class

To sign-up over the phone, call Andre to reserve your seat before the class you want to attend sells out.

1-800-869-3011 x244


You can also sign-up online

Click here to sign-up for the February Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class




The Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class takes place on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday.


OPTIONAL

If you want to become an IDA Skills Validated Detailer, we give the Skills Validation practical test on Monday following the three day class. You have to have already,

More information about the Skills Validation Testing here,


IDA SV Certification Testing at Autogeek




Note: Our classes always sell out so once you clear your schedule, get signed up before it's too late. At this time we hold these classes three times a year.



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Mike,

It was a great experience, time well spent. I recommend to all detailers to join the IDA and get your Certification and SVT.
Thank you for the opportunity.

John

congrats to all you guys !!!

I don't get it. what has the IDA actually done for the detailing industry?

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Originally Posted by Detailing by M

I don't get it. what has the IDA actually done for the detailing industry?

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As a "word" guy... it's not what they've done.... it's what they are doing....


In the context of the detailing industry, which probably dates back to the time of the Model T, maybe a few year later as it took a few years to get enough cars out on the road (besides horses and horse drawn wagons), for people to get around to the point on not just keeping these early cars on the road but also taking care of them, i.e. detailing.

And then at some point someone decided to start a detailing business and offer to wash and wax these early cars for the more well-to-do members of society with expendable income.


So if you look at the industry in the context of where it started to where it's at today, the IDA is a NEW organization and it's not about what they've done it's about what they are doing.


One of the things I like best about the IDA personally is their code of ethics that members must conform to. I think section 4 sums up what the IDA is doing in general for ALL detailers whether they belong to the IDA or not.


IV. My Commitment to the Industry:

A. To contribute to the elevation of standards within the detailing industry;
B. To actively support, contribute to, participate with, and uphold the standards of the International Detailing Association; and,
C. To uphold the integrity of all members of the International Detailing Association.




Here's the entire text of the code of ethics...


Code of Ethics

THIS DETAIL BUSINESS ADHERES TO THE IDA CODE OF ETHICS:

I. My Commitment to Professionalism:

A. To strive to operate with the highest standards while providing quality detail services through the use of professional car care products, equipment, and techniques;
B. To endeavor to maintain a professional, trustworthy, and well-trained personnel; and,
C. To continuously pursue service improvement by seeking out continuing training and education.



II. My Commitment to the Customer:

A. To recommend to the customer only those services needed to properly recondition the vehicle to the customer’s specification;
B. To treat all customers fairly throughout the service event;
C. To exercise all reasonable care for the customer’s vehicle and personal property while in my custody; and,
D. To endeavor to meet or exceed the customer’s expectations.



III. My Commitment to Compliance:

A. To adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations governing the operation of a professional detailing business;
B. To obtain and maintain all licenses and permits required by law;
C. To meet and exceed all applicable regulations that ensure the safety of personnel; and,
D. To obtain all necessary and appropriate insurance coverage.



IV. My Commitment to the Industry:

A. To contribute to the elevation of standards within the detailing industry;
B. To actively support, contribute to, participate with, and uphold the standards of the International Detailing Association; and,
C. To uphold the integrity of all members of the International Detailing Association.




V. My Commitment to the Environment:

A. To continually strive to reduce waste as well as the consumption of natural resources;
B. To minimize the use of hazardous and dangerous chemicals whenever possible; and,
C. To adhere to the tenets of the Clean Water Act by preventing non-compliant discharge of wastewater and contaminants.



I think it's easy to agree not all people that call themselves detailers embody the above code of ethics.



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I will continue to support the IDA.

When you see the IDA certification you know that the person has demonstrated they have the knowledge and the skills they claim to have as verified by an organization with established professional standards.

It also implies that the person and their business is not just a car wash service. This organization was long overdue in my opinion.

I hope to meet a lot of IDA members at Detail Fest 2017


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Congratulations guys. I think that the IDA is a great idea, something that our industry needs.

Congratulations to the class. Also thanks to AutoGeek for making this possible.

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Originally Posted by Detailing by M

I don't get it. what has the IDA actually done for the detailing industry?

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I think Mike Phillips hit the nail on the head in his response as far as our code of ethics and what the IDA is doing for our industry.

I would add that networking is a key factor in operating a business as well as being a technician. The IDA offers a wide range of professionals from beginners to masters that you can network with and create valuable relationships with worldwide. The monthly webinars are extremely informative and offer huge insight to what is trending in our industry as well as giving educational tools at the click of a mouse to help develop your business.

The IDA certification is something that gives your customer the benefit of knowing that you take your craft seriously and understand the basic knowledge to work as a professional. The IDA is changing the game as far as professionalism and standards in our industry by providing us with resources we otherwise would have to hunt for and hopefully find.

The IDA does not make you a professional, it does not give you skill, it does not boost your sales (you have to do that) but it does give you the ability to network with the people in our industry that can help you get there.

It is an association of detailers, suppliers, educators and business professionals that unite for the greater good of our wonderful industry.


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Originally Posted by ArtOfDetail

I think Mike Phillips hit the nail on the head in his response as far as our code of ethics and what the IDA is doing for our industry.

I would add that networking is a key factor in operating a business as well as being a technician. The IDA offers a wide range of professionals from beginners to masters that you can network with and create valuable relationships with worldwide. The monthly webinars are extremely informative and offer huge insight to what is trending in our industry as well as giving educational tools at the click of a mouse to help develop your business.

The IDA certification is something that gives your customer the benefit of knowing that you take your craft seriously and understand the basic knowledge to work as a professional. The IDA is changing the game as far as professionalism and standards in our industry by providing us with resources we otherwise would have to hunt for and hopefully find.

The IDA does not make you a professional, it does not give you skill, it does not boost your sales (you have to do that) but it does give you the ability to network with the people in our industry that can help you get there.

It is an association of detailers, suppliers, educators and business professionals that unite for the greater good of our wonderful industry.

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Nicely stated! And wow, first post!

Welcome to AGO!


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First welcome to the forum Art. As always you speak great words, so hard to follow up (ok so we know each other). Between Mike and Art they have about covered it.
Anyway the IDA also provides mentors to help you grow. I have to admit I have been lacking at contacting my mentor, but they are available. After my first year in the IDA did I think it was worth it? YES
Congrats to those that tested and for Autogeek for hosting this great opportunity.

Hi Robert here from RC Car Care Australia. I am a proud IDA member and Certified Detailer hoping to complete my SV exams in the new year.

I am truly passionate about this fantastic industry and believe it is growing at a rapid rate. With that I believe that having the support of an organisation such as the IDA will only help this industry flourish.

The IDA is about Implementing proper standards, code of conduct and standardised procedures through networking, training and certification programs. This is nothing but positive for the industry.

For me it was a no brainer to become apart of the positive movement that the IDA stands for and believe if you are a professional, you should support an organisation that supports the industry.

Being able to contact seasoned professionals for advise and/or having access to a wealth of information new and old is priceless. Remember a lot of these professionals are behind the scenes I.e. Working with manufacturing companies, OEM, chemical manufacturers or tool manufacturers so that is gaining access to up to the minute information. Knowledge is key and remember technology advancements in the detailing industry are occurring fast and the learning never stops.

Even the master detailer will learn something new.

Monthly webinars are a great learning tool.

These are just a couple of examples why I believe being an IDA member is important.

Thank you








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