What is the CPTD?

The Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) is a professional certification for TD professionals with at least five years of experience. It is broad and measures a professional’s knowledge and skill application across the breadth of talent development capabilities.

Successful CPTDs report that the process of studying for and getting their CPTD designation was a tremendous growth opportunity, allowed them to both learn and give back to the profession, and made a positive impact on their careers.

Who is a CPTD Candidate?

The CPTD candidate must has at least five years of related work experience and should have deep knowledge and experience applying the principles for enhancing employee talent development.

A CPTD understands and can affect the value and impact employee learning and development strategies bring to the success of an organization. Learn more about who is in the CPTD community.

What Topics are Covered?

• CPTD covers a subset of the Talent Development Capability Model focused more on the skill statements. Compare the APTD and CPTD exam content outlines side-by-side here.

• While both the APTD and CPTD exams are application-based, the CPTD exam focuses more on professional judgment and critical thinking for on-the-job-scenarios.

• CPTD is focused on the organizational impact and strategy for talent development while APTD is focused on the foundational understanding of the scope of talent development solutions.

Who is It For?

All CPTD candidates must have at least five years of related work experience and should have deep knowledge and experience applying the principles for enhancing employee talent development. A CPTD understands and can affect the value and impact talent development strategies and solutions bring to the success of an organization.

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ATD_April2024_CI_FAQs_1322963354.pdf

CPTD Certification Handbook 2023.01.10.pdf