Certification Process

Certification Process

• 1 Check Your Eligibility

  Before you begin your application, it's important to confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria. Start by checking your candidacy here, to evaluate your academic and professional qualifications and ensure alignment with the certification program’s requirements.

• 2 Complete Your Registration

  Once you’ve confirmed eligibility, you’ll create your myDASCA account to begin the application process. You'll be required to submit academic and professional background details and pay the applicable program fee. After successfully completing your application, you’ll receive access to your myDASCA dashboard.

  Note:
  • Use your legal name as per your official government-issued ID.
  • Register with a personal email address to avoid missed communications.
• 3 Study and Prepare

  Once registered, you’ll receive access to DASCA’s exam-preparation resources via DataScienceSkool. These digital materials include structured reading content, module-wise practice questions, and a full-length mock exam to help you prepare effectively and confidently.

• 4 Schedule Your Exam

  When ready, you can schedule your exam online via your myDASCA dashboard. You’ll have up to 180 days from the date of registration to complete your exam. We recommend reviewing the exam scheduling policies before locking in your date.

  Note: PDS™ candidates get a time period of 365 days from the registration completion date to complete the requirements.
• 5 Certification Award

  After passing the DASCA certification exam, your digital badge is issued immediately. Within 3–4 weeks, you’ll also receive your official credential kit, which includes a physical certificate, commemorative lapel pin, and a copy of the DASCA Code of Ethics.

  You will also receive guidance on how to use the designation after your name and how to professionally showcase your credential across platforms such as LinkedIn, email signatures, and resumes. The designation signifies your standing as a globally credentialed data science professional.

• 6 Maintain Your Credential

  To keep your certification valid, you must either renew it periodically (where renewal is applicable) or upgrade to the next-level DASCA credential as per policy. These options are available directly through your myDASCA dashboard. Your dashboard provides visibility into your credential timeline, so it’s important to remain mindful of key dates and complete your renewal or upgrade well in advance.

  DASCA also sends reminder emails, but keeping your contact information updated and monitoring your dashboard ensures uninterrupted credential validity and recognition.

  Special Note for ABDA™ and ABDE™
  • The renewal option is not available for ABDA™ and ABDE™ credentials.
  • These certifications are valid for three years from the date of award.
  • At the end of the 3-year term, credential-holders must upgrade to the next level (ABDE™ → SBDE™ or ABDA™ → SBDA™) in line with candidacy requirements.