The Web site at ASTD national headquarters has a wealth of information about careers in the field of training and development, training resources, and links to other sites of interest. No formal application to the program is required. Two semesters, Fall and Spring. All courses are either one or two full days in length and are scheduled on Saturdays. Half the core courses are offered in the fall semester, the other half in spring.
Electives are available in both semesters.
Instructors are experienced human resource development and training professionals who excel at working with adult learners in a dynamic and participatory environment. There is a recommended course sequence which begins each fall and ends in the spring, but you may start at any point. However, Training Needs Assessment is a prerequisite for The Systematic Design of Training. After our Registrar checks your records and confirms that you have completed the requirements, your certificate will be mailed to you. The skills learned in this program are applicable to a broad variety of work and community environments.