ATD Chapter Study Groups

ATD Chapter Study Groups

APTD - CPTD Combined Study Groups

Study group cohorts are virtual and are often 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. 


Houston Chapter

Next Cohort: Meets weekly on Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM CST, August 7, 2025 - November 13, 2025.

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

  • Join us for free Information Sessions

    • Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST Learn More

    • Thursday, September 4, 2025, 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM EST Learn More

  • Meets Saturdays, 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM ET, September 13 - November 22.

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.