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ATD MULTI-CHAPTER CERTIFICATION STUDY GROUP

ATD Hawaii

is proud to welcome our partner chapters

ATD Florida Suncoast

ATD Greater Cincinnati

ATD Hawkeye

ATD Houston

ATD Kansas City

ATD Puget Sound

Prepare for the APTD or CPTD certifications with this 16-session blended online program. This comprehensive study group is designed to support your certification journey with a combination of self-paced learning and interactive virtual sessions.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Flexible Learning: Complete assignments at your own pace on our online portal.
Live Support: Participate in weekly Zoom meetings for discussions and guidance.
Seasonal Cohorts:
- Spring Cohort: February to May
- Fall Cohort: August to November
Year-Long Access: Join any time and enjoy 12 months of resources and facilitator-led sessions.

INVESTMENT

Registration is just $65 for members and partner chapter members. Registration is $100 for non-members. Your registration includes access to:

A robust online learning portal
Weekly facilitator-supported study sessions
A community of like-minded professionals

Please Note: Making the commitment to test is not a requirement to join this series.

WHY PURSUE CERTIFICATION? Both the APTD and CPTD certifications are based on the ATD Talent Development Capability Model. The Capability model covers three essential domains that define the knowledge and skills required to thrive in the talent development field.

Building Personal Capabilities
Developing Professional Capabilities
Impacting Organizational Capabilities

Benefits of Certification Preparation:

Build and validate your skills
Increase your earning potential
Stand out in a competitive job market
Expand your career opportunities
Become part of an elite professional network

Who Should Attend?

This study group is ideal for:

Talent development professionals looking to enhance their expertise
Individuals preparing for the APTD or CPTD exams

Take the next step in your professional journey. Register today and start preparing with the support you need!

VISIT HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE SERIES

VISIT HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE ATDCSG INFO LIST

GETTING STARTED

July 22, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

ATD Certification Study Prep Informational Webinar & Exam Tips

July 29, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Complete the APTD or CPTD gap assessment tool to identify strengths and prioritize areas for study.

Study Group Orientation

Introductions
Study Planning Guide
Expectations (pre-work)
Participant role
Class Schedule & Resource Review

PERSONAL CAPABILITIES

Class #1: August 5, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Communication
Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making

Class #2: August 12, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Collaboration and Leadership
Cultural Awareness & Inclusion

Class #3: August 19, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Project Management
Compliance & Ethical Behavior

DEVELOPING PROFESSIONAL CAPABILITY

Class #4: August 26, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Learning Sciences

Class #5: September 2, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Instructional Design

Class #6: September 9, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Training Delivery and Facilitation
Technology Application

Class #7: September 16, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Knowledge Management

Class #8: September 23, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Career Leadership & Development

Class #9: September 30, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Coaching

Class #10: October 7, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Evaluating Impact

IMPACTING ORGANIZATIONAL CAPABILITY

Class #11: October 14, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Business Insight

Class #12: October 21, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Consulting & Business Partnering

Class #13: October 28, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Organization Development & Culture

Class #14: November 4, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Talent Strategy & Management

Class #15: November 11, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Performance Improvement
Change Management

Class #16: November 18, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 PM HST

Data & Analytics
Future Readiness

Study Group Member Responsibilities: To maximize the benefits of this program, participants are expected to:

Engage Actively: Attend all sessions and contribute to discussions.
Be prepared: Review assigned materials and bring questions or insights.
Share Knowledge: Offer favorite resources, insights, or test prep questions.
Collaborate Respectfully: Support group learning through empathy and respect.
Teach Back: Present key concepts or practice questions to enhance group understanding.

This collaborative approach ensures a rich, supportive, and productive learning experience.

Resources: (If purchasing any of these resources, please include the code CH8008. This provides a portion of the sale proceeds back to our chapter.)