ATD Certification

Show your talent development expertise. Get certified.

Earning a certification is a career milestone. Learn more about ATD’s two credentials for talent development professionals at TD.org/certification.

What is the APTD?

The Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD®) is a professional certification for TD professionals with at least three years of experience—those who are in the early parts of their careers or whose professional roles and aspirations are focused on foundational areas of the field.

An APTD understands that well-designed talent development strategies and solutions contribute to organizational success and has a strong grounding in the foundational knowledge of the field. MORE

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. MORE

Why Pursue Certification?

Earning an ATD certification validates your expertise, builds credibility, and distinguishes you as a leader in the talent development profession. Discover how certification can accelerate your career and expand your impact. MORE