Welcome to IAB Certification
General FAQs
IAB Certification currently offers four different credentialing programs for professionals within the digital media and advertising industry.
Candidates can earn certification by successfully passing their selected certification exam (DMSC, DBPC, DAOC, or DMFC) and by agreeing to uphold and abide by the Code of Ethics.
Each certification costs $500 which includes the cost of the certification exam and the initial two year certification period.
We do not offer any refunds for the exam application fees or exam retest fees.
We do not require training, but you can find the trainings offered directly by the IAB below:
Certification exams are offered through Pearson VUE. Candidates have the option to take the exam at a Pearson VUE testing center or online through Pearson VUE’s remote proctored exam delivery program.
Applications must be submitted online. For questions about the application process, please email us at info@iabcertification.com or call us at 888-807-0378.
Candidates have 6 months to pass their certification exam from their application date.
Exam results will be provided immediately after you have completed your exam. Please allow up to 2 weeks to receive confirmation from the IAB Certification Department regarding your certification status and any information about re-testing.
Currently, the exam for all four certifications is only available in English.