ASTD Competency

COMPENTENCY MODEL

ASTD has established a competency model for learning professionals.  If you want to master this model, earn a CPLP or individual Certifications, please take note of the following.

The ASTD Competency Model for Learning and Performance:
The Foundation for the ASTD Certification Institute's Professional Certification Program

Roles - are groupings of targeted competencies.  They are not job titles. An individual’s job may encompass one or more roles, similar to different "hats" that one might have to wear.

Areas of Expertise - are the specialized knowledge/skills an individual needs over the foundational competencies. An individual may need expertise in one or more areas.

Foundational Competencies - define relevant behaviors for learning and performance professionals to varying degrees.

CPLP CERTIFICATION

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What is Certification?

Professional certification is voluntary. The credentialing organization establishes a system to recognize professionals who have met certain certification standards. Certified individuals may publicize their credentials by using initials after their names. For example, a Certified Public Accountant is entitled to use the CPA designation.

To learn more about ASTD's CPLP Certification process, click here.

What is the CPLP™?

The Certified Professional in Learning and Performance™ (CPLP™) offered by the ASTD Certification Institute (CI) offers workplace learning and performance (WLP) professionals an opportunity to enhance credibility and prove value in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

The ASTD CI is pleased to announce the operational launch of the CPLP™ credential in 2006. This is a broad-based credential for the learning and performance professional. It covers nine areas of expertise as defined by the ASTD Competency Model.

To purchase a learning kit to help you study for the CPLP Certification, click here.

What is a Certificate?

Certification programs typically include a test. By contrast, certificate programs emphasize learning events and coursework completion.

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