ATD Houston Certification Study Group

ATD Houston Certification Study Group

*The zoom link will be included in the confirmation email you receive after registering.

Date: Starting January 16, 2025, to April 17, 2025, from 630p – 830p CT each week

For more details, go to this webpage: CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL IN TALENT DEVELOPMENT (CPTD) STUDY GROUP

Prepare for the APTD or CPTD (Certified Professional in Talent Development) exam openings of 2025.

Work together with a cohort to review the material, ask questions, share experiences.

Who Can Join? You do not need to be a member of the ATD Houston chapter. We welcome members from other ATD chapters and individuals who are not currently ATD members.

What to Expect?

• Comprehensive Review: Our study group covers all 24 capabilities of the ATD Capability Model to prepare you thoroughly for the certification exam.
• Curated Assets: Each topic is accompanied by carefully curated study materials, which participants can retain access to even after the study group ends.
• Recorded Sessions: Weekly meetings are recorded and available for review at your convenience.
• Flexibility: Participants can go through the study group multiple times if needed.
• No Exam Registration Required: You do not need to have registered for the exam to join the study group.
• Information Sessions: Three information sessions are provided to help you determine if the study group is right for you.
• Interactive Learning: The study group offers ample opportunities to ask questions and learn from peers.

Registration Details: You must register for your certification exam dates at least 30 days before the start of the exam window.

For APTD Exam Candidates: The Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) exam is offered in odd months.

About CPTD: The Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) exam is offered in even months of the year.

Study Materials

• We provide access to lots of great content – white papers, recordings, infographics
• Questions about the materials and topics are pulled from real-life experiences and a variety of resources.
• You have the option of purchasing resources from ATD, such as the Talent Development Book of Knowledge (TDBok) or the CPTD Preparation Course from ATD. Many CPTD candidates rely on the TDBoK as a key resource.
• If purchasing ATD resources, please include the code CH7032, which will provide credit to the Houston chapter.

Facilitator: Melody Davis, VP of Professional Development for the ATD Houston chapter, will facilitate the group. Melody has held her CPTD designation since 2020.

Join us for an enriching journey towards your CPTD certification and elevate your career in talent development!