Certifications 

Join the APTD/CPTD Virtual Study Group!

FREE FOR ATD DALLAS MEMBERS

Have you considered elevating your talents and capabilities by becoming a Certified Profession in Talent Development (CPTD) or an Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD)?

Based on the Association for Talent Development (ATD) capability model*, the CPTD and APTD are esteemed credentials provided to talent development professionals who successfully complete the requirements. The preparation is an intense process that takes several months and has many benefits:

• Build and validate your skills
• Differentiate you in a competitive market
• Broaden your career opportunities
• Join an elite professional community

About the Models

The CPTD is grounded in the ATD Capabilities model and covers a subset of knowledge and skills. It focuses on the application of knowledge and decision making.

• Learn more at: https://tdcapability.org/#/
• Learn about the CPTD certification from the ATD website: https://www.td.org/certification/cptd/introduction

• Download the ATD Certification Brochure to get an overview of the process.

How is the APTD different from the CPTD?

The APTD designation is intended for those early in their career with three to five years of experience in talent development. The APTD focuses on a subset of capabilities from the Talent Development Capability Model and how to use that knowledge in talent development. 

• Learn about the APTD certification from the ATD website: https://www.td.org/certification/aptd/introduction

Upcoming Study Group Schedule

Having a support system during your preparation can be extremely beneficial for your success. The ATD Dallas Chapter partners with several other chapters to offer a virtual study group to support both the CPTD and the APTD. 

Cost: 
Chapter members - FREE 
Non-chapter members - $100  

Fall 2022
This Session will only focus on CPTD Content

·         Attend the information session on Tuesday, Aug 23rd @ 6:30 CST.

·         Virtual Study Group dates: Aug 30th - Nov 15th, every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 8:30 pm CST. 

Cheryl Stanley, CPTD

Certifications Director ATD Dallas Chapter.

You may reach out to her for more information at profdevelopment@tddallas.org

She will also provide members the ATD VOS registration code after your membership has been confirmed.

When Purchasing the Talent Development Body of Knowledge from the ATD Store, be sure to use the ATD Dallas ChIP Code: CH7017