Preconference Learning
Training & Facilitation Certificate
Course Info
This facilitation training course covers the entire end-to-end training cycle, including planning and preparing an in-person training event, managing the learning environment and engaging participants in the classroom to encourage participation, and following up post-event to continue to support learning when training sessions are over.
We’ll explore the science of learning, including how factors like learner needs and preferences, training techniques, classroom environment, well-structured materials, and interactive exercises all affect learning outcomes. At the end of this hands-on facilitation course, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your techniques in a facilitation skills training practice session where you will receive feedback and guidance from peers and an ATD expert facilitator.
Drawing upon ATD’s extensive research and experience, this training course will help you become a learner-centric facilitator who recognizes and can apply effective facilitation skills and techniques to in-person training sessions.
Research-Backed Content: This facilitation training course is based on the Training Delivery and Facilitation Capability of the Talent Development Capability Model™. The concepts covered are reflected in the TDBoK™ Guide: Talent Development Body of Knowledge, second edition, the definitive resource for the talent development profession.
Why Should I Attend?
- Get an overview of all phases of the training cycle from the planning phase through the evaluation phase.
- Leave with the knowledge and skills to become a participant-focused facilitator in any environment, from facilitating large-scale training sessions to leading productive meetings and presentations.
- Learn from experienced facilitators and trainers, who will demonstrate best practice and core training and facilitation techniques in the classroom.
- Demonstrate your new skills in a facilitation practice session and receive personalized, actionable feedback from your ATD expert facilitator.
- Gain access to ATD-exclusive templates and tools to use in your own practice.
- Earn an industry-recognized facilitation training certificate, continuing education credits, and an ATD digital badge to share with your networks.
Dates & Times
May 14, 2026 – May 16, 2026, 08:30 AM – 04:30 PM, Pacific Time
Preconference Learning Price
ATD Member: $2,245
Non Member: $2,545