Frequently Asked Questions

How often does the chapter meet? 

Our chapter meets once a month, typically on the 3rd Thursday of each month. For more information about upcoming meetings, visit our events page. Our goal is to ensure our programs meet the learning and development needs of our members, helping to keep them competent and confident in their profession.

How do I join? 

We have several options available for membership.  Click here for an easy, step-by-step process for joining this chapter.  It requires less than 5 minutes!

What are the benefits of membership?

• Networking access to hundreds of other training and development professionals in the Middle Tennessee area.
• Free or discounted rates to educational chapter meetings.
• Free or discounted rates to chapter networking events, workshops, and webinars.
• Access to the entire ATD Nashville active member directory.
• Unlimited access to our job board + free posting of your company's related job openings. 

How can I get involved? 

There are a couple of options for those who are new to the field, new to the community, or looking for opportunities to grow professionally. First, check into our Special Interest Groups or SIGs. Our SIGs are focused groups working together around a common interest, and are free to attend for members and non-members.

Also, we believe in being involved in the community. We serve at events regularly to support our community, opening doors for us to use our training and development skills in a volunteer manner to serve our greater Nashville neighbors.

 

How large is this chapter? 

The ATD Nashville Chapter has approximately 150 members and is growing monthly!  If you’re looking to learn from the best, this is the place to be!

What is the chapter's cancellation policy for events?

Cancellations/refunds may be made at least two days (48 hours) prior to a scheduled event, unless otherwise noted. Requests for cancellation/refund must be sent to programs@atdnashville.org. If cancellation deadlines are missed no refund will be issued, but you may submit a request to substitute an alternative attendee by e-mailing us at programs@atdnashville.org. Please review the full cancellation policy when registering for any event. 

What is the chapter's media policy for virtual and in-person events?

By attending events, you consent to be photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded. Your entry constitutes your consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the universe in perpetuity, of your appearance, voice and name for any purpose whatsoever in connection with the event. You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this content given by you by attending events, both in person and virtually. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please let the event photographer(s) and host(s) know that you do not wish to be photographed, filmed and/or recorded.

Can I earn continuing education credits (CEUs) towards eligibility and recertification of APTD/CPTD credentials by attending chapter events and programs?

ATD Nashville has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) and Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) credentials. Some conditions apply – social and networking events do not qualify for credit.

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