Global Candidates
ATD Certification for Global Candidates
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Learn about preparing for and taking the APTD and CPTD exams outside of the United States.
Learn about preparing for and taking the APTD and CPTD exams outside of the United States.
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ATD certifications, the APTD and CPTD, are globally recognized credentials grounded in the Talent Development Capability Model. Our certificants work in a wide variety of roles, for many types of organizations, in more than sixty countries across every continent. All candidates across the globe are tested against the same standard.
ATD certifications, the APTD and CPTD, are globally recognized credentials grounded in the Talent Development Capability Model. Our certificants work in a wide variety of roles, for many types of organizations, in more than sixty countries across every continent. All candidates across the globe are tested against the same standard.
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The APTD and CPTD are practice-based credentials. Both require candidates to have hands-on experience in talent development, as well as a solid foundation of talent development concepts, prior to taking our standardized, written exams.
The APTD and CPTD are practice-based credentials. Both require candidates to have hands-on experience in talent development, as well as a solid foundation of talent development concepts, prior to taking our standardized, written exams.
Available Translations
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All ATD Certification and exam preparation resources are offered in English. Preparation resources have been translated from English to the languages below. The APTD exam is available in these languages. The CPTD is offered in English only.
All ATD Certification and exam preparation resources are offered in English. Preparation resources have been translated from English to the languages below. The APTD exam is available in these languages. The CPTD is offered in English only.
Explore Our Talent Development Certifications
Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD)
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Discover our APTD certification—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.
Discover our APTD certification—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.
Explore the APTD
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Designed for early-career learning and development professionals, the APTD focuses on the core capabilities used in practice. Explore what’s covered and how the credential supports your next steps.
Designed for early-career learning and development professionals, the APTD focuses on the core capabilities used in practice. Explore what’s covered and how the credential supports your next steps.
Build Your Preparation Plan
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Access preparation resources, practice tools, and courses designed to help you understand key concepts and approach the exam with confidence.
Access preparation resources, practice tools, and courses designed to help you understand key concepts and approach the exam with confidence.
Apply and Schedule the Exam
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Take the next step when you’re ready. Register for the APTD exam to validate your knowledge and demonstrate your capabilities in learning and development.
Take the next step when you’re ready. Register for the APTD exam to validate your knowledge and demonstrate your capabilities in learning and development.
Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
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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.
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.
Explore the CPTD
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Designed for experienced professionals, the CPTD focuses on applying knowledge, making decisions, and driving impact across learning and development initiatives. Explore what the credential covers and how it aligns with your experience and goals.
Designed for experienced professionals, the CPTD focuses on applying knowledge, making decisions, and driving impact across learning and development initiatives. Explore what the credential covers and how it aligns with your experience and goals.
Build Your Preparation Plan
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Strengthen your approach with preparation resources designed for experienced practitioners. Explore study tools, courses, and materials to deepen your understanding and prepare with confidence.
Strengthen your approach with preparation resources designed for experienced practitioners. Explore study tools, courses, and materials to deepen your understanding and prepare with confidence.
Apply and Schedule the Exam
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Ready to move forward? Register for the CPTD exam to demonstrate your expertise and your ability to apply learning and development strategies in work.
Ready to move forward? Register for the CPTD exam to demonstrate your expertise and your ability to apply learning and development strategies in work.