Course Description

The IICRC-approved Commercial Drying Specialist (CDS) course demonstrates expertise in damage inspection and evaluation, workflow management, process administration, and technical methods of effective and timely drying of commercial, industrial, institutional, and complex residential water-damaged structures, systems, and furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FFE). This certification is for the experienced technician, project manager, estimator, or owner/manager who wants to expand their understanding of commercial construction, commercial drying practices, challenges, and opportunities or needs to gain better project management skills. This course will enable the participant to obtain IICRC CDS certification.

IICRC WRT certification is a prerequisite for this course.

The Coach8 CDS course can be conducted onsite or online. The onsite in-person course is held over a 5-day period.

Participants earn 14 IICRC Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for attending this course.

Lunches and snacks are provided by Coach8, except when the course is conducted online.

Please read our Terms and Conditions page for information about payment, cancellations and substitutions.

  • IICRC Commercial Drying Specialist (CDS)
  • IICRC Commercial Drying Specialist (CDS)
  • IICRC Commercial Drying Specialist (CDS)
  • IICRC Commercial Drying Specialist (CDS)
  • IICRC Commercial Drying Specialist (CDS)

Examinations and Certification

To receive your certification, you must pass an IICRC examination. If you intend to complete the exam, you must complete a separate exam registration process, which will be provided after registering for the course. Exams for onsite in-person courses are generally held in the classroom after lunch on the final day of the course. Exams for online livestream courses have different arrangements.

Coach8 course registration fees do NOT include IICRC exam registration fees. Exam fees are paid directly to the IICRC separately. The IICRC exam fee for this course is currently $80 USD, but you can check the IICRC website to ensure that fee is still correct.

IICRC Online Exam Registration Guide

Livestream Course Information

Participating in an online livestream Coach8 course and completing an online IICRC examination requires some extra preparation. If you are planning to take an online livestream course with Coach8, please read the important information and requirements on our Livestream Courses page.

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Upcoming courses can be booked and paid for through our Class List page. Please check the Class List page regularly for upcoming IICRC courses in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Darwin, Auckland, and some regional centres. Alternatively, contact us to find out more about IICRC training arrangements that will suit your needs.

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