ATD Puget Sound Chapter upcoming events

APTD/CPTD Certification Workshop Series (October 15, 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

APTD/CPTD Certification Workshop Series

Prepare for the APTD or CPTD exam with a practical, scenario-based workshop series designed to help you think the way the test writer thinks. Across three standalone sessions, participants will learn how to identify exam distractors, apply ATD-aligned professional and organizational capabilities, diagnose performance gaps, interpret data, navigate complex scenarios, and make confident decisions under time constraints.

Each workshop focuses on a distinct aspect of exam success and can be attended independently. Participants will leave with practical frameworks, decision-making tools, and test-taking strategies they can apply immediately to their certification preparation.

Upcoming Workshops

The Test Writer’s Mindset & Professional Capabilities

Thursday, October 15 | 5:00 p.m.

The Business Layer & Organizational Capabilities

Thursday, October 29 | 5:00 p.m.

Exam Tactics & Scenario Tips

Thursday, November 12 | 5:00 p.m.

Core Competencies

Professional Capability: Applies learning and talent development principles, instructional design approaches, and professional standards to workplace scenarios.
Organizational Capability: Uses consulting, human performance improvement, data analysis, and business acumen to identify performance needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Analyzes complex information, evaluates alternatives, and connects learning and talent solutions to organizational goals and performance outcomes.
Scenario-Based Decision Making: Applies sound judgment to realistic workplace situations while considering constraints, stakeholders, and organizational context.
Exam Readiness & Test-Taking Strategy: Uses structured approaches to analyze questions, eliminate distractors, manage time, and navigate complex case-based scenarios.

Facilitator - Tselmeg Erdenebayar, M.Ed., CPTD

Tselmeg Erdenebayar is a talent development professional and Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) who brings hands-on experience in learning design, performance improvement, and workplace learning. She earned her CPTD certification in 2025 and understands the exam preparation journey firsthand. Tselmeg combines practical L&D experience with a strategic, scenario-based approach to help certification candidates build confidence, think beyond the obvious answer, and apply the ATD Capability Model to real-world situations.

APTD/CPTD Certification Workshop Series (October 29, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

APTD/CPTD Certification Workshop Series

Upcoming Workshops

The Test Writer’s Mindset & Professional Capabilities

Thursday, October 15 | 5:00 p.m.

The Business Layer & Organizational Capabilities

Thursday, October 29 | 5:00 p.m.

Exam Tactics & Scenario Tips

Thursday, November 12 | 5:00 p.m.

Core Competencies

Professional Capability: Applies learning and talent development principles, instructional design approaches, and professional standards to workplace scenarios.
Organizational Capability: Uses consulting, human performance improvement, data analysis, and business acumen to identify performance needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Analyzes complex information, evaluates alternatives, and connects learning and talent solutions to organizational goals and performance outcomes.
Scenario-Based Decision Making: Applies sound judgment to realistic workplace situations while considering constraints, stakeholders, and organizational context.
Exam Readiness & Test-Taking Strategy: Uses structured approaches to analyze questions, eliminate distractors, manage time, and navigate complex case-based scenarios.

Facilitator - Tselmeg Erdenebayar, M.Ed., CPTD

APTD/CPTD Certification Workshop Series (November 12, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

APTD/CPTD Certification Workshop Series

Upcoming Workshops

The Test Writer’s Mindset & Professional Capabilities

Thursday, October 15 | 5:00 p.m.

The Business Layer & Organizational Capabilities

Thursday, October 29 | 5:00 p.m.

Exam Tactics & Scenario Tips

Thursday, November 12 | 5:00 p.m.

Core Competencies

Professional Capability: Applies learning and talent development principles, instructional design approaches, and professional standards to workplace scenarios.
Organizational Capability: Uses consulting, human performance improvement, data analysis, and business acumen to identify performance needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Analyzes complex information, evaluates alternatives, and connects learning and talent solutions to organizational goals and performance outcomes.
Scenario-Based Decision Making: Applies sound judgment to realistic workplace situations while considering constraints, stakeholders, and organizational context.
Exam Readiness & Test-Taking Strategy: Uses structured approaches to analyze questions, eliminate distractors, manage time, and navigate complex case-based scenarios.

Facilitator - Tselmeg Erdenebayar, M.Ed., CPTD