CD Flashcards
239 study cards across 35 topic decks — every card built from a real CD practice question. No account or sign-up needed. Flip to reveal the answer and explanation, mark what you know, and drill what you don't.
CD exam key facts
- The Certified Detailer Phase I credential consists of 10 separate exams containing 10 to 20 questions each across key automotive detailing subject areas. Source
- The complete set of ten Certified Detailer exams costs $200 for IDA members and $400 for non-members, while individual exams cost $25 for members and $45 for non-members. Source
- Candidates are allowed a maximum of three attempts per exam and must consult with an IDA Recognized Independent Trainer before access to the third attempt is granted. Source
- The Certified Detailer designation is valid for a two-year cycle during which detailers must complete eight hours of detailing-related continuing education. Source
🎲 Mixed Deck — All CD Topics
100 cards sampled from every topic · the fastest way to find your weak spots
Decks by Topic
Detailing Products & Chemical Application
9 cards
Detailing Tools & Equipment
9 cards
Vehicle Exterior Cleaning & Detailing
9 cards
Vehicle Interior Cleaning & Detailing
9 cards
Ceramic Nano-Coating Application
7 cards
Ceramic Nano-Coating Application
7 cards
Ceramic Nano-Coating Application
7 cards
Ceramic Nano-Coating Application
7 cards
Decontamination & Clay Bar
7 cards
Decontamination & Clay Bar
7 cards
Decontamination & Clay Bar
7 cards
Decontamination & Clay Bar
7 cards
Polisher & Extractor Equipment
7 cards
Polisher & Extractor Equipment
7 cards
Polisher & Extractor Equipment
7 cards
Polisher & Extractor Equipment
7 cards
Vehicle Exterior Cleaning & Detailing
7 cards
Vehicle Exterior Cleaning & Detailing
7 cards
Vehicle Exterior Cleaning & Detailing
7 cards
Vehicle Exterior Cleaning & Detailing
7 cards
Wheel & Tire Detailing
7 cards
CD Engine Bay & Undercarriage Detailing
6 cards
CD Engine Bay & Undercarriage Detailing
6 cards
CD Engine Bay & Undercarriage Detailing
6 cards
CD Paint Defect Analysis & Correction
6 cards
CD Paint Defect Analysis & Correction
6 cards
CD Paint Defect Analysis & Correction
6 cards
Ceramic Nano-Coating Application
6 cards
Chemical Safety & SDS Compliance
6 cards
Client Expectation Management
6 cards
Decontamination & Clay Bar
6 cards
Machine Polishing & Compound Selection
6 cards
Paint Protection Film Installation
6 cards
Polisher & Extractor Equipment
6 cards
Pricing Strategy & Upselling
6 cards
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Sources & references
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- the-ida.com — Renewal, test delivery, eligibility, fees, exam format, retake fee, retake policy, test dates, score validity, exam information · verified Oct 2026