On be half of your chapter's board of directors, I would like to thank those who participated in our recent Special Interest Group (SIGs) Survey.  Forty eight members provided feedback and produced results. For a copy of the survey please contact:  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

In response, ASTD Suncoast will move forward in establishing a Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) SIG.  Meetings will begin in July with a Prep Workshop in October and I will contact those who voiced their interest.

Again, thank you for your participation in the survey as we continue to work together to build a professional organization that is in line with the interests of its members.

SIG Structure:

• Must be a chapter member and purchase the ASTD Learning System to participate
• $30 annually to join SIG
• Rely heavily on experience of our chapter's CPLP professionals
• Hold face-to-face sessions at PSCU Financial Services with virtual sessions if preferred
• Leverage CPLP Study Group Leader Guide to facilitate sessions
• Identify support teams for Work Product submission

ASTD CPLP Prep Workshop October 22 and 23:

• ASTD Member fee is $995 -- Nonmember fee is $1,195
• Two day workshop preparing for knowledge-based exam and work product submission
• High level review of 9 areas of expertise and identify areas for further study
• Provide clear understanding of needed steps for work product submission
• Receive a complete set of ASTD Learning System

Both sessions will be held at

PSCU Financial Services

560 Carillon Pkwy

St. Petersburg, FL  33774

Click here to register for the CPLP Workshop.

Trevor Bernard, VP Professional Development