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About ATD

The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is a professional membership organization supporting those who develop the knowledge and skills of employees in organizations worldwide.

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30,000+

Members

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120+

Countries With an ATD Presence

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900+

Organizations Have Trained With Us

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160,000+

Professionals Have Learned With ATD Education

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13+

Conferences Each Year

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Industry-leading Certifications

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Courses

More than 100 courses offered face-to-face, live online, on demand, or a blend that will develop your professional skills and capabilities.

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In person

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Conferences

Join other talent development professionals from around the world at one of our many conferences to network, learn from experts, engage with industry suppliers, and more.

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Webinars

Join an ATD webinar for expert advice, peer-to-peer connections, trending tech, and the latest research.

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Certification Deadlines

Stay on top of APTD® or CPTD® application and testing deadlines.

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Team Training

Now is the time to invest in your most valuable asset—your people! Partner with ATD to train your team.

Upcoming Courses

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CO-OFFERED BY PENN GSE AND ATD

Talent Development Executive Certificate

Build the personal, learning, and business leadership skills needed to successfully lead as a C-suite executive. Learn more.

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Training & Facilitation Certificate

Gain a complete understanding of the training function, by learning and practicing the skills of an exceptional trainer and facilitator. Learn More!

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Instructional Design Certificate

Design outcome-based learning using proven instructional design approaches, practical models and templates, and an iterative process. Learn More!

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate

Use instructional design principles to design asynchronous e-learning courses to engage participants and meet business needs. Learn More!

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MASTER SERIES

ATD Master Trainer® Program

Elevate your skills through this experiential and blended assessment-based program. Grow your knowledge, prove your skill, and challenge yourself. Become an ATD Master Trainer. Learn More!

Recent News and Insights

Let ATD keep you up to date on the latest news and industry topics. Read articles, browse members-only content, or listen to a podcast.

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Mentoring and Coaching Are Essential Talent Development Tools

Even if you are not in a formal mentoring or coaching role, you can use coaching and mentoring skills.

By Angela Rogers on March 19, 2025

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Decoding AI Agents for Learning & Development

AI agents function as dynamic, intelligent learning companions that fundamentally transform the educational experience.

By Margie Meacham on March 14, 2025

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Career Experimentation—Embrace the Scientific Method to Professional Growth

By applying the scientific method to career development, you can embrace uncertainty and uncover rewarding possibilities.

By Al Dea on March 17, 2025

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How to Make the Right Coaching Investment for Your Organization

Executive coaching is a $2 billion industry, and its growing popularity highlights the need for measurable, impactful results.

By Karyn Edwards, John Reed on March 13, 2025

How to Change Behavior in Your Organization

Achieving Change

TD leaders must often provide support and expertise for organizational change efforts. Here's some help.

By Elham Arabi on March 8, 2025