1. CPLP Certification
An Overview

2. Big Picture
The ATD Competency Model defines which competencies are needed for success in the field
CPLP Certification is based on the ATD Competency Model
Review a highlight of these objectives

3. Revised Model The ATD Competency Model™
Answers the what (what competencies are going to be tested)
Certification answers the how well (assesses performance in these competencies
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4. CPLP Is…
What is CPLP?
Credential for workplace learning and performance professionals offered by the ATD Certification Institute (ATD CI)

5. CPLP Is Not… Certificate Program Certification Process
Focuses on Learning
Results in a certificate that acknowledges course completion
Focuses on Testing/ Assessment
Results in a designation that validates competence, similar to the CPA credential for Accountants
Certificate Program
Certification Process
The answers are provided on the next page; use this slide as a discussion prompt

6. CPLP Steps Step 1: Meet Eligibility and Readiness Requirements Step 2:
Prepare &Take/Pass the Knowledge Exam
Speak to each one of these requirements
Step 3:
Prepare & Take/Pass the Skills Application Exam (SAE)
Ongoing:
Recertification

7. CPLP Components 150 multiple choice questions.
Knowledge Test
150 multiple choice questions.
Assessing knowledge application in 10 Areas of Expertise.
For scoring purposes some areas are weighted more than others.
No penalties for guessing.
Skills Application Exam (SAE)
Choose one of three AOEs:
Instructional Design (ID)
Training Delivery (TD)
Managing Learning Programs (MLP)
Four Case Studies for each AOE
100 questions
Multiple Choice
Multi-Select
Short Answer
One point for each correct answer
Three hours to complete

8. Contact Information
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