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Certified Professional in Talent Development
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Master the ATD Capability ModelYou are here
Study all 22 capabilities across three domains. Understand the Personal, Professional, and Organizational Capability domains thoroughly.
Focus on Professional Capability (45% of exam)
Deep dive into Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Training Delivery, Technology Application, and Evaluating Impact.
Study Organizational Capability (35% of exam)
Master Business Insight, Consulting & Partnering, Organization Development, Talent Strategy, Performance Improvement, and Change Management.
Practice Case Management Scenarios
Complete practice questions covering complex scenarios that test application of multiple capabilities.
Can You Take the CPTD Exam?
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- •5+ years of professional experience in talent development or related field
- •ATD membership recommended for reduced exam fee
- •Recertification every 3 years with 60 CEUs
CPTD Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
10-16 weeks for most candidates
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Candidates may retake the exam. Retake fees apply. Check ATD website for current retake policy.
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What You'll Study
17 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & Exam Architecture
2 sections
Communication & Interpersonal Influence
2 sections
Emotional Intelligence, Leadership & Collaboration
2 sections
Cultural Inclusion, Project Governance & TD Ethics
3 sections
Learning Sciences & Cognitive Architecture
3 sections
Instructional Systems Design & Needs Analysis
4 sections
Training Delivery, Facilitation & Inclusive Learning
3 sections
Learning Technologies & Digital Infrastructure
3 sections
Knowledge Management & Social Learning
2 sections
Career, Leadership Development & Coaching
4 sections
Evaluating Impact & Measurement Methodologies
4 sections
Business Insight & Financial Acumen
3 sections
Consulting & Strategic Business Partnering
3 sections
Organization Development & Culture Transformation
4 sections
Human Performance Improvement & Change Management
2 sections
Talent Strategy, Analytics & Future Readiness
4 sections
Promoting Talent Development & Driving Innovation
2 sections
CPTD-Specific Topics Covered
CPTD Exam Details
Certified Professional in Talent Development
Administered by ATD (Association for Talent Development) / PSI
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ATD (Association for Talent Development) / PSI content outline
Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration & Leadership, Cultural Awareness, Project Management, Compliance & Ethical Behavior
Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, Training Delivery, Technology Application, Knowledge Management, Career Development, Coaching, Evaluating Impact
Business Insight, Consulting & Business Partnering, Organization Development & Culture, Talent Strategy, Performance Improvement, Change Management, Data & Analytics, Future Readiness
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What's Next After the CPTD?
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