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    • 02/27/2024
    • 05/14/2024
    • 12 sessions
    • Virtual Session
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    Study Group

    Having a support system during your preparation can be extremely beneficial for your success. The ATD Valley of the Sun Chapter partners with several other chapters to offer a virtual study group to support the CPTD.
    • The study group is free to members of the ATD VOS chapter.
    • For non-chapter individuals, it is $100. 

    2024 Spring Study Group

    • Attend the free information session on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 5:30 MST to learn about the certifications. 
    • The cohort will run Tuesdays
      February 27 -- May 14, 2024 at 5:30 - 7:30 MST(time will change to 4:30 - 6:30 pm after March 10, 2024) Registration required prior to March 11, 2024

    Learn More and Register

    There will be another study group starting in August 2024, dates to be determined. 

    Send an email to Trudy Dave at certification@atdvos.org for more information and to get the ATD VOS registration code after your membership has been confirmed.


    • 03/27/2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual Session
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    Working With SMEs

    If you're looking to share experiences, challenges, and connections with like-minded peers who focus on instructional design, ATD VOS can help you find your tribe!  SIGs are free for ATD VOS Members!



    Instructional Design Special Interest Group

    Wednesday, March 27, 2024

    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Arizona

    Virtual Session

    A major misconception about instructional design is that designers need to know a lot about the course content to create a great product.

    That isn't true and during the March Instructional Design SIG, we will discuss how we can work with subject matter experts to provide the specific pieces of content that can create a meaningful learning experience.

    Our conversation may focus on:


    • Defining SMEs
    • Why SMEs are important
    • SMEs as trainers
    • And more!

    You can also review this article to get the discussion kick started!

    The Subject Matter Expert's Role in Training and Instructional Design.pdf


    • What is the group?

    In our Instructional Design Special Interest Group, we will focus on the Instructional Design capability of ATD's Talent Development Capability Model™.  Each session will have a focused topic, but we welcome a diverse and organic discussion that may lead to other brilliant ideas.  The ATD VOS Instructional Design SIG will meet every other month through 2024.

    Who can attend?

    All learning, development, and talent professionals are welcome to join--whether you're just starting to develop your first official course or you're a seasoned expert who uses SAM.

    How does ATD define 'instructional design?'

    Instructional design is an essential element of an effective learning effort. The creation of learning experiences and materials is what results in the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills. Talent development professionals follow a system of assessing needs, designing a process, developing materials, and evaluating effectiveness. Instructional design requires the analysis and selection of the most appropriate strategies, methodologies, and technologies to maximize the learning experience and knowledge transfer.

    • 04/17/2024
    • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Virtual Session
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    using Blended delivery options

    If you're looking to share experiences, challenges, and connections with like-minded peers who focus on instructional design, ATD VOS can help you find your tribe!  SIGs are free for ATD VOS Members!

    Training Delivery & Facilitation Special Interest Group

    Wednesday, April 17, 2024 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arizona MST

    Virtual Session

    During the April Training Delivery & Facilitation SIG, we'll help to guide an interactive conversation around multimedia delivery methods. Together, we'll explore mobile/multi-device, online, classroom and multimedia delivery options.

    Possible discussion questions will center around...

    • How can we use blended learning to change our effect on learning?

    • How have we used blended learning in the past?

    • What keeps us from using blended learning options?

    • What learning goals can be helped by blended learning?

    • And other attendee ideas & techniques!

    Read this article to get the discussion started.

    Developing Capable Leaders Through Blended Learning.pdf

    Join us to share your own insight and hear from your peers!


    What is the group?

    In our Training Delivery & Facilitation Special Interest Group, we will focus on the Training Delivery and Facilitation capability of ATD's Talent Development Capability Model™.  Each session will have a focused topic, but we welcome a diverse and organic discussion that may lead to other brilliant ideas. The ATD VOS Training Delivery & Facilitation SIG will meet every other month in 2024.

    Who can attend?

    All learning, development, and talent professionals are welcome to join--whether you've just been told you're to train the new hire or you're a skillful facilitator who can handle the toughest of participants.

    How does ATD define 'delivery and facilitation?'

    Training delivery and facilitation are means by which talent development professionals help individuals improve performance at work by learning new skills and knowledge. The practitioner serves as a catalyst for learning by understanding the learner’s needs, creating the right environment for learning, building rapport with participants, and using the appropriate delivery options and media to make learning engaging, effective, relevant, and applicable.

    • 04/25/2024
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Virtual Session
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    Improving the function of L&D goes beyond updating training programs. In its internal audit, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) discovered that it was other aspects of the L&D function that required the most attention. Through their experience, the NAIC advises starting the modernization process with a problem-solution chart to identify pain points and to avoid speeding   through the project analysis phase.

    During their project planning, the NAIC discovered a need to redesign the credential program, ease access to information, streamline the learning management system (LMS), update content and modules, and establish stakeholder needs early on. Now, as they implement the modernized changes, NAIC’s L&D team has a clear and obtainable vision that will result in better training. And don’t stop there—take your talent development department to the next level, too!

    In this session, you will learn:


    • Strategies for conducting an internal audit.

    • Where to start a modernization plan.

    • Working with stakeholders.

    • Analyzing data to solve problems.

            Melissa Griffin, CPTM

            Assistant Director - Education and Training

            National Association of Insurance Commissioners


            Melissa Griffin, CPTM, is the Assistant Director of Education & Training at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). Melissa has an extensive background in the areas of corporate training, instructional design, organizational development, and team management. She has managed multiple teams of various functions, most recently overseeing training and internal communication for over 20 years at a money management firm prior to joining the NAIC in January 2017.

            Melissa holds a BBA from Baker University and a master training certification with an emphasis in training management from Langevin Learning Services, a distinguished train-the-trainer company. She is also a Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM) and is Remote Workforce Manager certified.

            Learn more about NAIC

            • 05/29/2024
            • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
            • Virtual Session
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            Using Informal Learning to Support Development

            If you're looking to share experiences, challenges, and connections with like-minded peers who focus on instructional design, ATD VOS can help you find your tribe!  SIGs are free for ATD VOS Members!



            Instructional Design Special Interest Group

            Wednesday, May 29, 2024

            12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Arizona

            Virtual Session

            Informal learning networks can be valuable for L&D professionals to advance their careers, support work transition, improve performance, and develop additional skills.

            The bigger question is how we leverage informal learning to support our organizations and during the May Instructional Design SIG, we will discuss how we can integrate informal learning to create a meaningful learning experience.

            Our conversation may focus on:


            • Informal learning networks
            • Tools to assist in development of informal learning.
            • How has this changed in the last 10 years?
            • And more!

            You can also review this article to get the discussion kick started!

            Encourage Informal Learning.pdf


            • What is the group?

            In our Instructional Design Special Interest Group, we will focus on the Instructional Design capability of ATD's Talent Development Capability Model™.  Each session will have a focused topic, but we welcome a diverse and organic discussion that may lead to other brilliant ideas.  The ATD VOS Instructional Design SIG will meet every other month through 2024.

            Who can attend?

            All learning, development, and talent professionals are welcome to join--whether you're just starting to develop your first official course or you're a seasoned expert who uses SAM.

            How does ATD define 'instructional design?'

            Instructional design is an essential element of an effective learning effort. The creation of learning experiences and materials is what results in the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills. Talent development professionals follow a system of assessing needs, designing a process, developing materials, and evaluating effectiveness. Instructional design requires the analysis and selection of the most appropriate strategies, methodologies, and technologies to maximize the learning experience and knowledge transfer.

            • 09/16/2024
            • 09/18/2024

            What Is the Core4 Conference?

            This intimate three-day learning experience focuses on the foundational elements of talent development:

            • Instructional Design
            • Training Delivery & Facilitation
            • Evaluating Impact
            • Learning Technologies

            The conference features two keynote speakers, 24 educational sessions across four content tracks, and an environment where you can easily network and learn from peers. You'll leave Core4 knowing how to create richer learning experiences that will deliver better results.


            Learning objectives:

            • Design better training programs that improve performance.
            • Develop and deliver events that engage learners.
            • Evaluate the impact of your solutions.
            • Create engaging e-learning experiences.

            Earn ATD Recertification Credits

            ATD offers certification credits for Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) and Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD).

            Who Should Attend?

            New trainers, accidental ones, or experienced professionals can learn from the fundamentals of talent development. If you’re looking to gain knowledge of the essentials or if you found yourself in a training and development role without a formal education in adult learning, Core4 will teach you what you need to know to be competitive.

            What to Expect

            The conference features 24 education sessions over four tracks featuring valuable L&D content.

            How to Register

            In-Person Dates: September 16-18, 2024, in Phoenix, AZ

            Virtual Dates: December 3-5, 2024

            Support ATD-VOS with your registration at no extra cost to you! Use ChIP code “CH8062,” or select ATD-VOS from the dropdown menu when you register for this event.

            Click Here to Register


          ATD Partner Events

          For ATD Valley of the Sun members we are partnering with other ATD Chapters in the western United States to make programming available to a broader audience. To get the partner rate you will need to register for the program as a partner and use the appropriate code which is found in the Partner Chapter Events tab.

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