Are you ready to take your ATD chapter's CPTD preparation initiatives to the next level? This interactive workshop is designed for chapter leaders seeking to build or enhance successful CPTD study groups. Drawing on extensive experience leading and participating in study groups, we'll explore best practices, lessons learned, and actionable strategies to drive member engagement, collaboration, and success. Through small-group discussions, case study analysis, and practical tools, you'll leave with a clear roadmap to elevate your chapter's CPTD initiatives and support members in achieving certification.
Tools & Take-Aways:
A comprehensive suite of templates and tools will support participants in applying the workshop's insights. These resources are designed to streamline the implementation of CPTD study groups, enhance engagement, solve common challenges, and ensure measurable success. Each tool aligns with the five key takeaways to equip participants with practical solutions tailored for ATD chapter leaders.
Practical Tools for Success
- Participants will receive a collection of templates and guides to simplify the management of study groups, including:
- Study Group Planning Template: A customizable calendar for scheduling sessions, topics, and facilitators.
- Facilitation Guide: A detailed checklist for planning and leading effective study group meetings, from pre-session preparation to post-session follow-up.
- Attendance and Progress Tracker: A spreadsheet to monitor participant engagement and track progress toward CPTD readiness.
These tools help ensure consistency, efficiency, and organization, enabling leaders to focus on creating a positive learning experience.
Engagement Strategies
- To maintain participant motivation and active involvement, the workshop includes:
- Engagement Tactics Guide: A quick-reference PDF with tips for fostering a collaborative and supportive study group environment.
- Icebreaker and Energizer Activities: A list of activities to kickstart meetings and energize participants.
- Recognition Templates: Certificates of achievement and digital badges to celebrate milestones and encourage continued participation.
These strategies empower chapter leaders to create a culture of engagement and enthusiasm, ensuring members remain committed to the certification journey.
Case Study Solutions
- To address challenges faced in real-world study groups, the workshop includes a set of case studies with actionable solutions:
- Case Study Scenarios PDF: Four detailed examples of common issues, such as low attendance, group conflicts, and uneven participant readiness.
- Solution Guide: Suggested approaches to resolve these issues, drawn from proven best practices and workshop discussions.
By working through these scenarios, participants gain practical insights they can immediately apply to their own groups.
Evaluation Techniques
- Measuring the impact of study groups is crucial for demonstrating their value and making improvements. Tools provided include:
- Session Evaluation Template: A customizable feedback form to assess participant satisfaction and session effectiveness.
- Impact Measurement Framework: A guide for tracking metrics such as member engagement, certification rates, and chapter retention.
- Success Story Template: A format for capturing and sharing the outcomes of successful study group initiatives to inspire future efforts.
These resources allow leaders to quantify their efforts and showcase the benefits of study groups to their chapters.
Actionable Next Steps
- To help participants translate workshop learning into action, they will receive:
- Implementation Checklist: A step-by-step guide for launching or improving study groups in their chapter.
- Brainstorming Notes Template: A digital worksheet to capture ideas generated during the workshop for reference and follow-up.
- Sample Communication Plan: A template for promoting study groups to chapter members and encouraging participation.
By combining these tools with workshop discussions, participants will leave with a clear, actionable plan for implementing or elevating their CPTD study groups.
This robust toolkit ensures participants can drive meaningful change in their chapters, supporting individual certification success and broader organizational goals.
Presenter: Melody Davis, Houston Chapter