CPTM™
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CPTD
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Training Industry, Inc.
Centered on the professional needs of learning leaders by providing resources through its website, research, magazines, webinars, events and continuing professional development programs.
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CERTIFYING BODY
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Association for Talent Development (ATD)
A membership organization that offers content through programs, research and events and hosts several conferences a year for talent development professionals.
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- Only certification focused on the role of the training manager
- Complete view of managing the training function (portfolio management, outsourcing, budgeting) and achieving strategic alignment
- Measures the competency of training managers
- This program is meant to meet you where you are professionally
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FOCUS
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- Focuses on the role of the trainer/instructor
- Covers a subset of the knowledge and skills from the Talent Development Capability Model, focusing on skills application and decision-making for more experienced professionals.
- Measures the competency of talent development professionals
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- Earn certification in as little as two months
- Can complete 100 percent online, including the final and practice exams, taken anytime, anywhere
- 89 percent pass rate on the final exam
- Virtual practicums offered year-round
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TIMING/LOCATION
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- Earn certification in six to nine months
- Complete and pass two online, proctored exams, scheduled during a testing window on a selected date
- 40 percent pass rate on the final exam
- Preparatory work timing varies based on candidate selection
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- There are no prerequisites for candidacy
- The Training Industry team facilitates preparation and support through the program and beyond
- Get introduced to instructors and receive their contact information
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SUPPORT
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- There are prerequisites and an application for candidacy
- Study and preparation materials are available for purchase with the option to maintain access through subscription renewal
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- Training Industry provides free continuing education opportunities curated specifically to align with the Training Manager Competency Model™
- 24 hours of continuing education units required every two years
- Can apply for recertification at anytime upon completion of continuing education units
- Training Industry, Inc. has preapproved these CPTM recertification providers
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RECERTIFICATION
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- Free and paid recertification opportunities can be found upon individual search
- 60 recertification points required every three years
- Can apply to recertify during a certification cycle upon completion of recertification points
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- Program is a one time fee of $3,495 per individual
- Cost includes the prework modules, the practicum, and two attempts at the final exam, if needed
- Receive access to research and information including eLearning modules and study guides, even after becoming certified
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COSTS
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- Earning the CPTD (formerly CPLP) can include a number of à la carte options
- Exams are $1,350 per individual, per attempt
- Resources such as preparation courses and materials are recommended and range from $1,895 to $2,800
- Study guides are available at an additional cost with the option to renew subscription each month
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- Formal network with continuous opportunities
- CPTM-exclusive roundtables and LinkedIn group
- Monthly newsletter that highlights continuing education credits and recognizes alumni
- Counts for 18 CPTD (formerly CPLP) recertification points
- Receive a free pass to the annual Training Industry Conference & Expo (TICE) and access to CPTM- exclusive events
- Receive 20% off Training Industry Courses
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ALUMNI BENEFITS
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- Networking opportunities available for those who are also ATD members
- Counts for 6 to 24 CPTM continuing education credits, depending on pre-exam preparation activity.
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