American Society for Training & Development - San Diego Chapter (ASTDSD)

Overview:

Profession(s): Training & Development, Coaching
Member Type(s): Trainers, Coaches, Students, Researchers
Scope: Regional - San Diego
Formed: 1947
Members: 450
Address: 7525 Mission Gorge Road, Suite G., San Diego, CA, 92120, USA
Website: www.astdsandiego.org

Description:

Provide credentialing standards for the training industry. Facilitate developmental programs for those in the profession and/or needing to develop their training skills. Provide workshops and programs to develop our members and an opportunity for networking among members. We provide Special Interest Groups (SIGS) for specific areas members wish to expand their knowledge. Our members consist of consultants, internal trainers and managers, human resource profession, and a variety of vendors providing accompanying support services. Our conference hosts cutting edge leaders in the profession. We draw visitors from around the globe at all levels of organizations from entry level to senior level executives.

Mission/Aims:

Vision:
Helping our members maximize their potential and realize their dreams.

Mission:
To provide personal and professional growth opportunities that enable members to improve work-related competencies and performance of individuals, organizations and society.

Principal Activities:

Annual Conference is a one day event on Veteran's Day and hosts leading industry professionals such as Ken Blanchard, Bob Pike, etc.

Special Interest Groups (SIG) focused on areas important to membership to develop their skills in a particular area or share their knowledge to help others.

Certification Study Groups prepare participants for the Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) certification exam.

Chapter Meetings with featured interactive industry leader on topics membership listed as most relevant to their needs

Mentor Protege Program is an award winning program that continues to grow. It provides an opportunity to match protégés with leaders in the profession

Meet And Mingles is an excellent way to meet people in a relaxed setting after work. These networking events are free and include a brief interactive program.

Workshops are available to members at a special member rate. These are facilitated by highly qualified subject matter experts. The topics align with CPLP and member requests.

Peak Awards recognize top performing companies that have embraced the latest innovative training technologies/initiatives to achieve sustainable results

Community Outreach provides complimentary training programs for non-profit organizations such as the YMCA, Girl Scouts, etc.

Member Benefits:

Member ROI is above 200 percent.
Networking with leading industry professionals.
Member discounts to programs and services.
Monthly newsletter with industry related articles and access to events.
Access to variety of developmental programs focused on meeting your needs.
Opportunity to share your knowledge.
Timely updates on industry trends.
Opportunity to participate in programs at grass roots level that directly impact the profession.
Access to decision makers within organizations managing the training function.
Credentialing with CPLP to provide added credibility.

Training/Licensing/Certification:

Certified Professional in Learning and performance (CPLP) credentialing standard
Annual Conference
Workshops (geared to various levels of industry knowledge)
Special Interest Groups
Mentor/Protégé program

Affiliations:

Associations to which we are a member:
American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Partner Associations:
Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM)
International Society of Performance Improvement (ISPI)
Organizational Developmental Network (ODNet)
Project Management Institute (PMI)

Verification Criteria:

CPLP certification for those with at least three years of industry experience.
Bachelor Degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Human Resources Management, Industrial or Organizational Psychology, Business Administration.
Master's degree+ for higher level roles.
Human Performance Improvement (HPI)Certificate through ASTD.

Additional Information:

Training and Development recently became recognized by the Department of Labor as an industry. The industry is officially called Workplace Learning and Performance (WLP). The ASTD Competency Model and CPLP credentialing standards support the industry's body of knowledge. For more information on programs and services, please visit our website.