Hundreds of performance-improvement professionals have been certified as CPTs. Is the time right for you? Unlike many certifications, selection for the Certified Performance Technologist (CPT) designation is performance-based, not knowledge-based. As such, selection is based on demonstrating that you have used the Standards of Performance Technology in your past work, and on having these descriptions attested to by your supervisors and/or clients. There are no tests, specific courses, or education requirements. The 10 Standards of Performance Technology consist of four principles and a six-step systematic approach to improving performance. The standards are: 1. Focus on results. 2. Take a systems view by placing the immediate problem into a larger context. 3. Add value for the clients served. 4. Use partnerships with clients and other experts. 5. Systematically assess the performance gap or opportunity. 6. Systematically analyze the causes. 7. Systematically design solutions. 8. Systematically develop solutions. 9. Systematically implement the solutions. 10. Systematically evaluate the process and the results. In this session, the speaker will identify industry trends in training and performance consulting, as documented in ASTD's State of the Industry Report. The speaker will then present an overview of the Standards of Performance Technology that serve as the basis for certification. The CPT application process will be covered in detail. This session is for you if you are interested in learning more about applying for the CPT designation.

Learning Objectives - Determine if becoming designated as a Certified Performance Technologist (CPT) is right for your career path. Use the Standards of Performance Technology in your work and professional development. Develop a game plan for becoming a CPT by gaining a knowledge of the application process and forms.