Participate in an APTD or CPTD study group offered independently through local chapters.
Current APTD Certification Study Groups
Study group cohorts are often offered in the Spring and Fall. Some chapters combine APTD and CPTD content and welcome candidates regardless of the APTD or CPTD exam focus. Check with individual chapters and check for added study groups!
APTD - CPTD Certification Study Group, ATD Central Massachusetts
Rolling 13-week program - Join any time
This virtual study group meets every other week on Tuesdays with a rolling 13-week schedule.
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APTD Certification Study Group, ATD Nashville Chapter
Free Info Session:
Learn about ATD Certification
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM CST Register Here
Summer Cohort (12 weeks):
Meets weekly on Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 PM CST, June 11 - August 27, 2025 Register Here
Open to All: This study group welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
APTD - CPTD Certification Study Group, ATD Kansas City Chapter (Multi-Chapter)
Sponsored by ATD Kansas Chapter, ATD Hawkeye Chapter, and ATD Florida Suncoast Chapter
Free Info Session:
Learn about ATD Certification
July 23, 2025
Orientation: July 30, 2025
Fall Cohort:
Meets weekly on Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 PM CST, August 6 – November 19, 2025
Open to All:
This program welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
Flexible Enrollment:
Join anytime during this rolling 16-week program. A self-study portal supports weekly sessions to prepare you for success.
Ready to begin? Start your certification journey today!
Click the CPTD Tab at the top of the page for CPTD-only Study Groups.
Current CPTD Certification Study Groups
Study group cohorts are often offered in the Spring and Fall. Some chapters combine APTD and CPTD content and welcome candidates regardless of the APTD or CPTD exam focus. Check with individual chapters and check for added study groups!
CPTD Certification Study Group, Ann Arbor (Spring 2025 Cohort)
Next cohort starts January 26, 2025
There will be an information session on January 19, 2025 at 6:30 pm ET
Meets Sundays January 26 - April 6, 2025 6:30 - 8:30 pm ET.
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APTD - CPTD Certification Study Group, ATD Central Massachusetts Chapter
Rolling 13-week program - Join any time
This virtual study group meets every other week on Tuesdays with a rolling 13-week schedule.
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APTD - CPTD Certification Study Group, ATD Houston Chapter
Spring Cohort: Meets weekly on Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM CST, January 16 - April 17, 2025
Open to All: This program welcomes participants from any ATD chapter and international professionals.
Flexible Enrollment: Join anytime for support and structure. We record all discussions and have incorporated short videos that review content. A self-study portal supports weekly sessions to prepare you for success.
Ready to begin? Register here
APTD - CPTD Certification Study Group, ATD Kansas City Chapter (Multi-Chapter)
Sponsored by ATD Kansas Chapter, ATD Hawkeye Chapter, and ATD Florida Suncoast Chapter
Free Info Session:
Learn about ATD Certification, July 23, 2025
Orientation: July 30, 2025
Fall Cohort:
Meets weekly on Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 PM CST, August 6 – November 19, 2025
Open to All:
This program welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
Flexible Enrollment:
Join anytime during this rolling 16-week program. A self-study portal supports weekly sessions to prepare you for success.
Ready to begin? Start your certification journey today!
CPTD Certification Study Group, ATD Rocky Mountain Chapter (Multi-Chapter)
Sponsored by Rocky Mountain Chapter: ATD Austin, Central Florida, Dallas, Florida Suncoast, Golden Gate, Greater Las Vegas, Orange County, Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain, Southeastern Wisconsin, Valley of the Sun and West Virginia Chapters
Free Info Session:
Learn about the virtual study group and what you can expect
Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (MST)
Details to come. Typically meets Tuesdays from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm MT
Future Study Groups
Study group cohorts are often offered in the Spring and Fall. The following chapters have recently concluded a cohort and will provide updates here for future ones. Keep checking!
Click the APTD Tab at the top of the page for APTD Study Groups.
Global Study Groups
Next Middle East Cohort Starting soon for APTD and CPTD Preparation!
🗓 Starting Date: 1 November 2025
🕒 Duration: 13 weeks (every Saturday)
⏰ Timing: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (3 hours)
📍 Location: Zoom platform
🗣️Study Group Language: Bilingual (Arabic - English)
Capacity is limited to15 participants. Register HERE.
Questions? Email [email protected].
For detailed information about study groups in the Middle East, click here.