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Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD)
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Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD)
Discover our APTD ceritifcation—for talent development professionals who are in the early part of their careers or whose professional roles and aspirations are focused on the foundational areas of talent development.
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  • Explore the APTD Credential
    The capabilities covered in the APTD exam are the basics of talent development that professionals can use every day, no matter the level within an organization or company.
  • Prepare for the APTD
    Are you ready for the APTD exam? Ensure success with these study tools and prep courses.
  • Register for the Exam
    Differentiate yourself in a competitive job market. Register for the APTD exam and validate your knowledge and skills in the field.
Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
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Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
You are taking a critical step in your professional development by exploring your CPTD certification. Successful CPTDs report that the process of getting their credential was a tremendous growth opportunity, allowing them to learn, give back to the profession, and make a positive impact on their careers.
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  • Explore the CPTD Credential
    The CPTD covers a subset of the knowledge and skills from the Talent Development Capability Model, focusing on skills application and decision-making for more experienced prof... Learn More
  • Prepare for the CPTD
    Ready to start your journey? Boost your confidence and knowledge with prep courses and study tools.
  • Register for the Exams
    Becoming certified can build your skills, increase your earning potential, broaden your career opportunities, and unite you with an elite community of professionals.
APTD Preparation Resources
Are you prepared for the APTD exam? Ensure success with these study tools.
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Talent Development Body of Knowledge

The Talent Development Body of Knowledge is the definitive resource for the TD profession. It covers all 23 capabilities in the Talent Development Capability Model and can serve as an important resource for exam preparation.

Talent Development Body of Knowledge
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On Demand Course
APTD Preparation Course

This on demand course helps a TD professional prepare for the APTD exam with content review, test prep strategies, a full practice exam, and more. It includes access to an expert facilitator and the Talent Development Body of Knowledge.

APTD Certification Preparation Course
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Course Add-On
APTD Preparation Workshop

Add a live workshop to your on demand preparation course to take a deeper dive in the content you need most. Note: you must register for the course in order to enroll in this workshop.

APTD Certification Preparation Workshop (Add On Purchase Only)

Not sure where to start? Use this free APTD study planning guide.

CPTD Preparation Resources
Are you prepared for the CPTD exam? Ensure success with these study tools.
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Talent Development Body of Knowledge

The Talent Development Body of Knowledge is the definitive resource for the TD profession and as such, an essential tool to aid in studying for the CPTD certification.

Talent Development Body of Knowledge
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On Demand Course
CPTD Preparation Course

This on demand course helps a TD professional prepare for the CPTD exam with content review, test prep strategies, a full practice exam, and more. It includes access to an expert facilitator and the Talent Development Body of Knowledge.

CPTD Certification Preparation Course
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COURSE ADD-ON
CPTD Preparation Workshop

Add a live workshop to your on demand preparation course to take a deeper dive in the content you need most. Note: you must register for the course in order to enroll in this workshop.

CPTD Certification Preparation Workshop (Add On Purchase Only)

Not sure where to start? Use this free CPTD study planning guide.

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