CPTD & APTD Certifications
Ready to deepen your credibility, strengthen your expertise, and demonstrate your commitment to the talent development profession? ATD certifications offer a respected path to do exactly that.
Professional Certification for Talent Development Professionals
The Certification Institute of the Association for Talent Development (ATD CI) is an independent organization created by ATD to lead and set professional standards for the talent development field.
ATD CI certifications are based on the ATD Capability Model and reflect what talent development professionals need to know and do to develop themselves, others, and their organizations.
Certification Pathways
ATD offers two primary certification pathways for talent development professionals.
APTD
The Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) is designed for talent development professionals who want to build their foundation, strengthen their knowledge, and demonstrate professional commitment early or mid-way in their career journey.
Learn About APTD
CPTD
The Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) is intended for experienced talent development professionals who want to validate their capability, elevate their credibility, and demonstrate mastery across the field.
Learn About CPTD
The ATD Capability Model
The Talent Development Capability Model is a blueprint for professional impact. It defines the capabilities talent development professionals need to succeed in a changing workplace and reflects trends shaping the field, including digital transformation, data analytics, information accessibility, and stronger partnerships between talent development and the business.
Explore the Capability ModelWhy Certification Matters
Professional Credibility
Certification helps demonstrate your commitment to the profession and the standards that guide strong talent development practice.
Capability Growth
Preparing for certification can help deepen your knowledge, strengthen your practice, and sharpen your perspective.
Career Confidence
Whether you are building your foundation or validating deep experience, certification can be a meaningful milestone in your development journey.
Explore Your Certification Path
To learn more about achieving your certification as a CPTD or APTD, explore ATD’s certification resources and identify the pathway that best fits your experience and goals.
