Certification Process | Certified Professional in Training Management
The Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM™) program utilizes a blended approach to learning, providing a balance of self-paced prework with applied experiences, to enable a lasting and impactful transformation of your business practices associated with managing learning and development. Once you’ve chosen a practicum date and have completed your registration, there are three steps to attaining your CPTM credential — all of which can be completed completely online.
Candidate Guide
STEP 1: COMPLETE 10 ELEARNING MODULES
After you register, you will receive access to the learning management system (LMS) where you will complete ten interactive eLearning modules. To get the most out of your virtual practicum, we recommend starting the self-paced eLearning modules at least six weeks before your practicum.
The ten eLearning modules are outlined below:
- Understanding the Evolution of the Training Industry
- Managing a High-performing Training and Development Function
- Creating Strategic Alignment with Business-centric and Demand-based Training Models
- Selecting and Managing Learning and Development Resources
- Optimizing Your Organization’s Training Processes
- Leveraging Technology to Enhance Organizational Learning
- Providing Solutions Based on Needs Analysis and Business Acumen
- Developing and Delivering High-impact Training Solutions
- Assessing Business and Training Performance
- Preparing for the CPTM Exam
STEP 2: VIRTUAL PRACTICUM
The virtual practicum is a team-based experience designed to simulate real-world scenarios and challenges associated with the training manager job role. During the practicum, you will be confronted with a real-world business problem and asked to conduct diagnostics to identify the root cause of that problem. Together, you and your peers will develop a solution using learning and development and will identify appropriate metrics to evaluate the training solution’s success.
By the end of the program, you will have developed a plan of action that aligns your training initiatives with key business goals. Each practicum includes a keynote discussion with an experienced training and development executive who has earned their own CPTM credential, and has faced many of the same challenges as you..
To view upcoming practicum dates, please click here.
STEP 3: CERTIFICATION
Passing the CPTM exam is your last step toward earning your credential. The two-and-a-half-hour online exam can be accessed at any time following the completion of your practicum.
The exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions designed to test both your knowledge of the core principles needed to effectively manage corporate training programs and your ability to apply best practices in various real-world scenarios specific to the training manager job role. Candidates must receive a 70% or higher to pass the exam and earn the CPTM credential.
Steps 1 and 2 were created and refined with you in mind: This process is so effective that the exam has over an 85% pass rate for those who complete both steps as recommended!
WHAT’S NEXT?
Upon successful completion of the CPTM exam, you will:
- Be presented with the CPTM designation to use in your professional title.
- Receive a CPTM certificate validating your accomplishment.
- Become a member of the CPTM alumni community.
- Receive a digital badge to share on social media, including on LinkedIn.
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CPTM graduates are admitted into an elite alumni community of learning and development professionals, affording you the opportunity to learn from and network with your peers. You will also gain access to exclusive opportunities for continuing education, including virtual roundtable discussions, conferences, discounts on all Training Industry Courses and more, all of which contribute to your recertification requirements. Learn more about the benefits of becoming a CPTM alum here.
RECERTIFICATION
CPTM recertification reinforces the value of continuous learning and skills development to effectively manage the current and future training needs of your organization. Recertify by completing at least 24 hours of continuing education and pay the renewal fee within a two-year period.
If you are an active status alum, you can click here to start the CPTM recertification process.
READY TO GET STARTED? REGISTER NOW
Register now to start the process of becoming a CPTM. If you would like a more detailed overview of the program, click below to receive a copy of the CPTM Candidate Guide, which provides a comprehensive overview of the certification process, from registration through recertification.
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Want to certify a group? Learn more about team certification here.
Learn how the Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM) program can help you earn recertification credits for other HR and training certifications.
Certifications for Training Professionals – Training Industry
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Professional Development
There are specialized certifications for training, learning and development professionals who are seeking ways to increase business performance through innovative and collaborative training methods. These certifications not only provide the necessary skills and tools to improve performance management, but also establish a credential that is recognizable in the training industry. Certifications usually address specific areas of expertise including training delivery instructors, design developers, online learning facilitators and others.
Most certification eligibility requirements include several years of experience in a performance improvement and facilitating field.
The following table provides a list of some of the most recognized certifications for training professionals. For a side-by-side comparison of the two leading L&D certifications, click here.
Certifications for Training Professionals
Agile for HR and L&D Certified Professional | ICP-AHR | ICAgile | Training Industry offers the Agile for HR and L&D certification, designed to revolutionize both learning and development (L&D) and HR practices, creating flexible and proactive systems of change.
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CPTM | Certified Professional in Training Management | Training Industry Inc. | The CPTM program provides the tools needed to develop and manage performance improvement.
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APTD | Associate Professional in Talent Development | Association for Talent Development Certification Institute | 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.
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COLF | Certified Online Learning Facilitator | Learning and Performance Institute | The COLF course offers the skills and approaches to provide live interactive online courses and events.![]()
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CPTD | Certified Professional in Talent Development | Association for Talent Development Certification Institute | Formerly called CPLP, the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) is a professional certification for L&D professionals with at least five years of experience. It is broad and measures a professional’s various knowledge and skills.
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CPT | Certified Performance Technologist | International Society for Performance Improvement | The CPT credential uses evidence-based performance research to provide the skills and knowledge necessary to improve performance within an organization.
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CTDP | Certified Training and Development Professional | The Institute for Performance and Learning | The CTDP credential focuses on professionals with multiple years of experience demonstrating skills in facilitating training and performance needs.![]()
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CTP | Certified Training Practitioner | The Institute for Performance and Learning | The CTP credential recognizes trainers based on experience and skill facilitating training sessions.
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TTA | The Training Associates Certification | The Training Associates | The TTA certification program is for those who have demonstrated knowledge, proficiency and experience training in development and performance.
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N/A | Specialty Certification | Langevin Learning Services | The Specialty Certification provides eight days of workshops in a specific area of expertise.
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N/A | Master Trainer | Langevin Learning Services | The Master Trainer is the next level after the Specialty Certification and provides 16 days of workshops.
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N/A | Training and Development Diploma | Langevin Learning Services | The Training and Development Diploma is the highest level of certification after the Master Trainer and provides 24 days of workshops.![]() |
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Stages of performance of work on certification of personnel – Certification Association “Russian Register”
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The certification process includes an analysis and verification of the applicant’s compliance with the requirements in terms of basic education and work experience, theoretical training and practical skills.
In general, certification consists of the following steps.
- Apply for certification.
You need to study the competence requirements applicable to the selected certification scheme, fill out an application for certification, form a package of application documents and send it to the Central Office of the Russian Register. The rights and obligations of the Applicant are specified in the General Conditions for Personnel Certification.
Competency requirements, application form and required documents are listed in the relevant sections for each of the certification schemes.
- Payment of the certification fee and analysis of the application.
After the initial review of the application by the certification body, you will need to pay the certification fee for the initial certification.
After that, the personnel certification body checks the completeness of the application, the applicant’s compliance with the pre-established requirements for education and work experience, and makes a decision on admission to the exam.
- Conducting an exam is a demonstration of your knowledge, skills and personal qualities.
To assess personal qualities, knowledge and skills, each candidate must pass an exam. The procedure for conducting the exam, including its retake, is determined by the regulatory documents for each specific certification scheme.
Information about the time and place of the exam is available in the Exam Schedule section.
- Issuance of certificate and certification card.
Based on the results of the examination, the personnel certification body makes a certification decision for each candidate. In case of a positive decision, each certified specialist is issued a certificate and a certification card.
The information is also entered into the register of certified specialists, available to all interested parties on the Russian Register website.
- Recertification.
Every three/five years (depending on the certification scheme) you will be required to provide evidence of meeting the recertification requirements.
How to get certified – Certification process
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Therefore, we can provide you with all the information you need to get certified, as well as provide support to keep your organization up to par with the standard.
What is the certification process?
- Contact us – tell us your requirements and the standard you have chosen.
- Quote – We will prepare a quote with prices and timeframes required to complete the relevant assessment.
- Meeting with the assessment team – we will assign a dedicated manager to work with you.
- Training – We provide hands-on classes, seminars and training courses to help your employees achieve certification requirements.
- Preliminary Assessment – This service is optional and identifies omissions or weaknesses that need special attention.
- Score – this stage includes several stages, depending on the standard you choose.
- Certification – We will issue a certificate of registration of your organization, which will indicate the scope of your certification.
- Compliance – In order to ensure continuous improvement, a dedicated Human Resources Manager will periodically conduct an ongoing assessment.
- Understanding the Status of Your Certification – Learn more about issuing a certificate, refusing, suspending, revoking certification, and reducing the scope of registration.
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