CPTD Exam

What is the Full Exam Format?

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  Exam time: 3 hours

  Exam time: 3 hours

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  Exam format: a mix of multiple choice questions and case management questions

  Exam format: a mix of multiple choice questions and case management questions

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  Delivery: Computer-based

  Delivery: Computer-based

What’s Covered on the Exam?

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The CPTD exam is based on the Talent Development Capability Model and focuses on a subset of capabilities and covers all three domains:

The CPTD exam is based on the Talent Development Capability Model and focuses on a subset of capabilities and covers all three domains:

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  Personal Capabilities: 20%

  Personal Capabilities: 20%

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  Professional Capabilities: 45%

  Professional Capabilities: 45%

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  Organizational Capabilities: 35%

  Organizational Capabilities: 35%

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Download the CPTD exam content outline to review topics in detail.

Download the CPTD exam content outline to review topics in detail.

Exam Fee

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  Members: $1,099 | Non-Members: $1,500

  Members: $1,099 | Non-Members: $1,500

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The fee includes your exam seat, score report, and certification package (certificate and lapel pin) upon passing. Preparation materials are optional and not included.

The fee includes your exam seat, score report, and certification package (certificate and lapel pin) upon passing. Preparation materials are optional and not included.

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Fees are nonrefundable. If deemed ineligible, a partial refund minus a $375 fee is issued. See the CPTD Handbook for full details.

Fees are nonrefundable. If deemed ineligible, a partial refund minus a $375 fee is issued. See the CPTD Handbook for full details.

When and Where to Test?

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  Select a 90-day testing window during application

  Select a 90-day testing window during application

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  Each window includes a 30-day blackout period

  Each window includes a 30-day blackout period

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  Exams can be taken at testing centers around the world or in a secure location via remote proctoring .

  Exams can be taken at testing centers around the world or in a secure location via remote proctoring.

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CPTD Exam Windows and Deadlines

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CPTD exams are held every other month, starting in February. Registration deadlines are 30 days prior to the start of an exam window. A testing window is selected at the time of application. Changes after the application require approval and a Window Transfer fee of $375.

CPTD exams are held every other month, starting in February. Registration deadlines are 30 days
prior to the start of an exam window. A testing window is selected at the time of application. Changes after the application require approval and a Window Transfer fee of $375.

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> Click here to find the test center closest to your address.

> Click here to find the test center closest to your address.

How to Register For the Exam?

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  Apply through the ATD certification portal . First-time users may need to complete profile details.

  Apply through the ATD certification portal. First-time users may need to complete profile details.

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  If you require special accommodations, including medical devices , please review the CPTD Candidate Handbook before applying.

  If you require special accommodations, including medical devices, please review the CPTD Candidate Handbook before applying.

Schedule Your Exam

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  Your application must be received, reviewed, and approved before scheduling the exam appointment. Once approved, follow the link to schedule, found in the "Authorization to Test" email from Pearson VUE or

  Your application must be received, reviewed, and approved before scheduling the exam appointment. Once approved, follow the link to schedule, found in the "Authorization to Test" email from Pearson VUE or

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  Enter the Certification Portal and follow the Schedule Exam menu option to select remote or in person testing.

  Enter the Certification Portal and follow the Schedule Exam menu option to select remote or in person testing.

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  Select the date and time available within your testing window. Pearson VUE will immediately email the appointment confirmation.

  Select the date and time available within your testing window. Pearson VUE will immediately email the appointment confirmation.

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