The Metro DC ATD chapter is partnering with the Ann Arbor ATD Chapter and offering a virtual study group prior to the next testing window. A study group can assist with your preparation by providing a structured group learning program and connections to other professionals who are actively preparing for the exam.
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Schedule
The cohort will run Sundays, January 19 - April 6, 2025 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST.
January 19 January 26 | Kick Off Meeting (6:30 - 7:30 pm) Communication Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making |
February 2 | Collaboration & Leadership Cultural Awareness & Inclusion |
February 9 | Project Management Compliance & Ethical Behavior Learning Sciences |
February 16 | Instructional Design Training Delivery & Facilitation |
February 23 | Technology Application Knowledge Management |
March 2 | Career & Leadership Development Coaching |
March 9 | Business Insight Evaluating Impact |
March 16 | Organizational Development & Culture Consulting & Business |
March 23 | Organizational Development and Culture (cont) Talent Strategy & Management |
March 30 | Performance Improvement Change Management |
April 6 | Data & Analytics Future Readiness |
Frequently Asked Questions
The study group is open to anyone interested in preparing for the CPTD exam, this includes:
- Any member of an ATD local Chapter
- Non-members
- General public
- The study group (excluding kickoff) consists of 11 weekly virtual meetings, held on Sundays from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm ET.
- The sessions are conducted via an easy to use online web conferencing tool.
- The schedule of study group sessions leads up to a testing window for the CPTD exam.
- All materials focus on the Talent Development Capability Model.
- Certified CPTDs and experts in the capability areas may be scheduled as guest speakers during an individual study group session.
- The study group sessions are typically structured as follows:
- Informational session for kickoff
- 11 weekly sessions focused on the three capability areas.
- The virtual study group sessions are meant to supplement your independent study. The sessions provide a chance to reinforce knowledge through discussion, clarification of key points, shared resources, and key test taking strategies. It is ideal if each participant has access to the Certification Preparation Course but not required.
No, the CPTD Certification Preparation Course is a digital resource purchased from ATD's global organization found here: CPTD Certification Preparation Course. You are responsible for purchasing access to this online program if it fits your study plan. It is recommended but not required to be a part of the study group. Please remember to use Metro DC ATD's CHiP code, CH2034, when you checkout from the ATD Store.
No study materials are provided specifically from this study group. You have the option of purchasing resources from ATD, such as the TDBok or the CPTD Preparation Course from ATD. If purchasing these resources, please include the code CH2034 to help support the Metro DC Chapter of ATD. Click here to get additional information about preparation materials.
Please email us for the opportunity to share a 30 minute presentation on one of the Talent Development Model Capabilities.