ATD Chapter Study Groups
Chapter Study Groups
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Participate in an APTD or CPTD study group led by ATD chapters and dedicated ATD credential holders around the world.
Participate in an APTD or CPTD study group led by ATD chapters and dedicated ATD credential holders around the world.
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ATD Chapter Study Groups
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Click the tabs to explore all current APTD, CPTD, or combined ATD Chapter Study Groups. Find Global Study Group options below.
Click the tabs to explore all current APTD, CPTD, or combined ATD Chapter Study Groups. Find Global Study Group options below.
APTD - CPTD Combined Study Groups
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Study group cohorts are virtual and are typically offered in the Spring and Fall.
Study group cohorts are virtual and are typically offered in the Spring and Fall.
Central Massachusetts Chapter (Rolling Enrollment)
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Rolling 13-week program - Join any time
Rolling 13-week program - Join any time
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Next Cohort: Meets every other week on Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 PM over Zoom with a rolling 13-week schedule.
Next Cohort: Meets every other week on Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 PM over Zoom with a rolling 13-week schedule.
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CPTD focused APTD candidates welcome. Learn More
CPTD focused APTD candidates welcome.
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Kansas City Chapter (Multi-Chapter)
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Sponsored by the following ATD Chapters: Kansas City, Hawaii, Hawkeye, Houston, Florida Suncoast, and Puget Sound
Sponsored by the following ATD Chapters: Kansas City, Hawaii, Hawkeye, Houston, Florida Suncoast, and Puget Sound
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Early 2026 Cohort: Meets Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CT, February 4 - May 20, 2026
Early 2026 Cohort: Meets Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CT, February 4 - May 20, 2026
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Free Informational Webinar: January 21, 2026. Learn about the ATD Multi-Chapter Certification Study Group. Learn More
Free Informational Webinar: January 21, 2026. Learn about the ATD Multi-Chapter Certification Study Group. Learn More
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Orientation: January 28, 2026
Orientation: January 28, 2026
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Open to All: This program welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
Open to All: This program welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
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Flexible Enrollment: Join anytime during this rolling 16-week program.
Flexible Enrollment: Join anytime during this rolling 16-week program.
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Features: A self-study portal with video, interactive content, and capability chat
Features: A self-study portal with video, interactive content, and capability chat
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Ready to begin? Start your certification journey today!
Ready to begin? Start your certification journey today!
South Florida Chapter
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Next Cohort TBD: Meets weekly on Saturdays, 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM ET
Next Cohort TBD: Meets weekly on Saturdays, 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM ET
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Visit www.atdsfl.org to learn more and register.
Visit www.atdsfl.org to learn more and register.
Future Study Groups
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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!
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!
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Click the CPTD Tab at the top of the page for CPTD-focused Study Groups.
Click the CPTD Tab at the top of the page for CPTD-focused Study Groups.
APTD Focused Study Groups
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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!
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
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Open to All: This study group welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
Open to All: This study group welcomes participants from any ATD chapter, as well as international professionals.
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Click the tabs at the top of the page for more Study Groups.
Click the tabs at the top of the page for more Study Groups.
CPTD Focused Study Groups
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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!
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
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Next Cohort: Meets January 25 – 5 April 5; Sundays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (ET)
Next Cohort: Meets January 25 – 5 April 5; Sundays 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (ET)
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Study group is aligned with testing window: February 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 and the first weeks of the testing window starting April 1, 2026 - 30 June 2026 .
Study group is aligned with testing window: February 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 and the first weeks of the testing window starting April 1, 2026 - 30 June 2026.
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Free Info Session: Sunday, January 18, 2026 6:30 - 8:30 PM ET
Free Info Session: Sunday, January 18, 2026 6:30 - 8:30 PM ET
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Rocky Mountain Chapter, CPTD (Multi-Chapter)
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Sponsored by Rocky Mountain Chapter: ATD Arizona, Austin, Central Florida, Dallas, Las Vegas, Orange County, Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain, and South Carolina Chapters
Sponsored by Rocky Mountain Chapter: ATD Arizona, Austin, Central Florida, Dallas, Las Vegas, Orange County, Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain, and South Carolina Chapters
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Spring Cohort: Meets February 24 – May 12; Tuesdays 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM MT
Spring Cohort: Meets February 24 – May 12; Tuesdays 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM MT
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Free Info Session: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 , 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM MT Register
Free Info Session: Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM MT Register
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Get an overview of the virtual study group and what you can expect. Learn More
Get an overview of the virtual study group and what you can expect. Learn More
Future Study Groups
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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!
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!
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Click the tabs at the top of the page for more Study Groups.
Click the tabs at the top of the page for more Study Groups.
Global Study Groups (Outside of the US)
MENA Study Group
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Next Middle East Cohort Starting soon for APTD and CPTD Preparation!
Next Middle East Cohort Starting soon for APTD and CPTD Preparation!
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🗓 Starting Date: 4 April 2026 🕒 Duration: 13 weeks (every Saturday); concludes 11 July ⏰ Timing: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Saudi Arabia time (3 hours) 📍 Location: Zoom platform 🗣️Study Group Language: Bilingual (Arabic - English)
🗓 Starting Date: 4 April 2026
🕒 Duration: 13 weeks (every Saturday); concludes 11 July
⏰ Timing: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Saudi Arabia time (3 hours)
📍 Location: Zoom platform
🗣️Study Group Language: Bilingual (Arabic - English)
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About the MENA Study Group: Learn More and Register Here .
About the MENA Study Group: Learn More and Register Here.
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Questions? Email: [email protected] .
Questions? Email: [email protected].
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Join a Study Group - Find a Study Partner
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Candidates outside of the United States who are looking for a candidate-led study group or study partner in their region can connect with other candidates by joining the LinkedIn APTD Candidate Preparation group or CPTD Candidate Preparation group.
Candidates outside of the United States who are looking for a candidate-led study group or study partner in their region can connect with other candidates by joining the LinkedIn APTD Candidate Preparation group or CPTD Candidate Preparation group.
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If you want to start your own study group in your region, reach out to [email protected] for support.
If you want to start your own study group in your region, reach out to [email protected] for support.