ATD Chapter Study Groups
APTD - CPTD Combined Study Groups
Study group cohorts are virtual and are typically offered in the Spring and Fall.
Central Massachusetts Chapter (Rolling Enrollment)
Rolling 13-week program - Join any time
Next Cohort: Meets every other week on Tuesdays with a rolling 13-week schedule.
CPTD focused APTD candidates welcome.
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Houston Chapter
Next Cohort TBD: Meets weekly on Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM CST
Learn More or view previously recorded Info Session 1 or Info Session 2
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.
Kansas City Chapter (Multi-Chapter)
Sponsored by the following ATD Chapters: Kansas City, Hawkeye, Florida Suncoast, and Puget Sound
Early 2026 Cohort: Meets Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CST, February 4 - May 20, 2026
CPTD focused. APTD candidates welcome
Free Informational Webinar: January 21, 2026. Learn about the ATD Multi-Chapter Certification Study Group. Learn More
Orientation: January 28, 2026
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.
Features: A self-study portal with video, interactive content, and capability chat
Ready to begin? Start your certification journey today!
South Florida Chapter
Next Cohort TBD: Meets weekly on Saturdays, 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM ET
Visit www.atdsfl.org to learn more and register.
Future Study Groups
Study group cohorts are often offered in the Spring and Fall. Some study groups have recently concluded a cohort and will provide updates here for future ones. Keep checking!
Click the CPTD Tab at the top of the page for CPTD-focused Study Groups.
APTD Focused Study Groups
Study group cohorts are virtual and are typically offered in the Spring and Fall. Some ATD chapters combine APTD and CPTD content and welcome candidates regardless of the APTD or CPTD exam focus - click the tabs at the top of the page and check for added study groups!
Nashville Chapter, APTD- No Current Cohorts
Open to All: This study group welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
Click the tabs at the top of the page for more Study Groups.
CPTD Focused Study Groups
Study group cohorts are virtual and are typically offered in the Spring and Fall. Some ATD chapters welcome candidates regardless of the APTD or CPTD exam focus. Check with individual chapters and check for added study groups!
Ann Arbor Chapter
Next Cohort: Meets January 25 – 5 April 5; Sundays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (ET)
Study group is aligned with testing window: February 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 and the first weeks of the testing window starting April 1, 2025 - 30 June 2026.
Free Info Session: Sunday, January 18, 2026 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST
Rocky Mountain Chapter, CPTD (Multi-Chapter)
Sponsored by Rocky Mountain Chapter: ATD Arizona, Austin, Central Florida, Dallas, Las Vegas, Orange County, Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain, and South Carolina Chapters
Spring Cohort: Meets February 24 – May 12; Tuesdays 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM MST
Free Info Session: Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM MST Register
Get an overview of the virtual study group and what you can expect. Learn More
Future Study Groups
Study group cohorts are often offered in the Spring and Fall. Some study groups have recently concluded a cohort and will provide updates here for future ones. Keep checking!
Click the tabs at the top of the page for more Study Groups.
Global Study Groups
Next Middle East Cohort Starting soon for APTD and CPTD Preparation!
🗓 Starting Date: 4 April 2026
🕒 Duration: 13 weeks (every Saturday); concludes 4 July
⏰ 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.