1. Are You Certifiable?
What Does it Take to Become a CPLP?
Maureen Orey, M.Ed., CPLP
ASTD San Diego – YTTL 2011
Rothwell & Associates
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2. Session Objectives
Explore the ASTD Competency Model
Describe the Certification Process
Explain Benefits of Certification
Introduce CPLP Readiness Tools
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3. Certificate vs. Certification?
Certificate,
a document attesting to the fact that a person has
completed an educational course.
Dictionary.com
Certification, in its broadest sense, can
be understood to mean “a credential awarded by
an employer, a vendor, or an association or
independent agency.”
Hale, J. (1999). Performance-Based Certification:
How to Design a Valid, Defensible, Cost Effective Program.
San Francisco: Jossey-Bass/Pfeiffer.
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4. Benefits of Certification
Individual professional:
Clear direction for professional growth
Recognition of competency
Resume builder
Industry credibility
Employers:
Certified professionals in learning and performance
Differentiator for candidates/selection tool
Path for development of WLP staff
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8. ASTD Competency Model
Roles
The nine are groupings of targeted competencies. They are not job
modules of the titles. An individual’s job may encompass one or more
ASTD Learning
roles, similar to different "hats" that one might have to wear.
System and
CPLP exam
align to the nine
AOEs.
Areas of Expertise (AOEs)
are the specialized knowledge/skills an
individual needs over the foundational
competencies. An individual may need
expertise in one or more areas.
Foundational Competencies
define relevant behaviors for
learning and performance
professionals to varying degrees.
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9. Understanding the AOE’s
ACTIVITY:
Spend roughly five minutes
with a partner and discuss
your thoughts about the
breadth of the industry AOEs
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10. Certification: Highlights
Cost ASTD National Member - $799.00
Non-Member - $999.00
Learning system (optional)
Formal test prep or local study groups
Components
Exam – covering the industry body of knowledge
Work Product – on one chosen Area of Expertise (AOE)
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11. CPLP Knowledge-Based
Exam
150 multiple-choice questions
150 minutes to complete (2.5 hours)
9 Areas of Expertise
One correct answer per question
Questions are application-based
*Answer questions from the “ASTD perspective”
Approximately 90+ hours to adequately prepare
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14. Certification: Highlights
Certified Professional in Learning and Performance
Eligibility 2-3 Years Relevant Experience or Equivalent
CPLP Readiness Assessment
Phase I - Written Exam Covers All AOEs
Phase 2 - Work Sample (Portfolio) Chosen AOE “Specialty”
Learning Design, Training Delivery, Measurement
& Evaluation Emphasized (Weighted More)
Code of Ethics Signed and References Provided
Pre-Certification Orientation and Optional Self-Assessment
Continual Learning Credits are Part of Renewal
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15. Work Product Deliverables
Definition: An actual work project that represents what you do in an Area of Expertise.
Areas of Expertise
Designing Learning 90 minutes of instruction you designed
Delivering Training 20 minute segment of you training
Measuring and Evaluating Evaluation Report
Human Performance Improvement Evidence that HP improved
Learning Function Learning Function or Project Report
•No more than 3 years old Approximately 60 hours to prepare
Core Components:
Project Relationships Outputs
Planning Outcomes
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17. Certification: For Whom?
WLP Professionals (3+ years)
Include Those Transitioning Up
Exclude Those Passing Through
In the future, Multiple Levels…
WLP
“Masters”
WLP
Professionals
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18. Chapter Support of CPLP
ASTD Chapter Programs
Program focus (SIGs, chapter speakers, workshops)
CPLP Study groups
Alignment with strategic goals
Other development opportunities
ASTD Certificate Programs (HPI), ASTD conferences
Certification in Related Programs (ICF, CPT, etc.)
University Programs/Courses
Volunteer Services (Boards/Officer Positions)
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20. Benefits of Certification
Individual professional:
Clear direction for professional growth
Recognition of competency
Resume builder
Industry credibility
Employers:
Certified professionals in learning and performance
Differentiator for candidates/selection tool
Path for development of WLP staff
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