ETDTalent Development Essentials Program
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Course Overview
This assessment-based certificate program provides a practical introduction to the talent development profession for professionals who are new to the field or transitioning from another discipline. Participants build a clear understanding of core concepts, terminology, functions, and roles across the talent development ecosystem and how talent development supports performance enablement throughout
Key Takeaways
1
Analyze the evolution, purpose, and organizational positioning of talent development.
2
Define key talent development functions and associated deliverables.
3
Apply capability model insights to real-world scenarios and role requirements.
4
Practice essential skills in instructional design, facilitation, and project management.
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Develop a personal and professional development plan aligned to lifelong learning goals.
Association for Talent Development
Our members and customers are professionals who help others achieve their full potential by improving their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the workplace. They go by many titles: talent development managers, trainers, instructional designers, performance consultants, frontline managers, workplace learning professionals, and more. ATD’s members come from more than 120 countries and work in organizations of all sizes and in all industry sectors. Interested in learning more about membership? You can also join a local chapter or find out about international membership.
Course Outline
Module 1: Foundations Of Talent Development
Why Talent Development?
Defining Talent Development
Module 2: The ATD Talent Development Capability Model
Capability Synergies
Domains and Capabilities
Module 3: Key Functions Of Talent Development
Function Inputs and Outputs
What are the Functions of Talent Development?
Module 4: Roles And Careers In Talent Development
Talent Development Roles
Talent Development in the Employee Lifecycle
Module 5: Growing Into The Profession
Learning Technology and Tools
Building and Managing Professional Relationships
Informal and Formal Learning
Succession Planning
Career Models and Paths
Talent Development in the Employee Lifecycle
Who Should Attend?
This program is designed for professionals new to talent development or transitioning into a talent development role. Typical participants include:
Training coordinators
Instructional designers
L&D team members
Subject matter experts beginning to support learning initiatives
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What will participants learn?
Talent development foundations; key functions and deliverables; role alignment; applying the Capability Model and Career Pathway tool; practicing essential skills (instructional design, facilitation, project management); mapping employee lifecycle touchpoints; selecting learning technology; assessing trends; creating a development plan.
Who should attend?
Professionals who are new to the talent development field or transitioning into a talent development role from another discipline will find this course valuable. This includes training coordinators, instructional designers, L&D team members, or subject matter experts beginning to support learning initiatives and seeking foundational knowledge, language, and direction to grow in the field.
What language will the course be taught in and what level of English do I need to take part in an LEORON training program?
Most of our public courses are delivered in English language. You need to be proficient in English to be able to fully participate in the workshop and network with other delegates. For in-house courses we have the capability to train in Arabic, Dutch, German and Portuguese.
Are LEORON Public courses certified by an official body/organization?
LEORON Institute partners with 20+ international bodies and associations.We also award continuing professional development credits (CPE/PDUs) for:1. NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy) 2. Project Management Institute PDUs 3. CISI credits 4. GARP credits 5. HRCI recertification credits 6. SHRM recertification credits
What is the deadline for registering to a public course?
The deadline to register for a public course is 14 days before the course starts. Kindly note that occasionally we do accept late registrations as well, but this needs to be confirmed with the project manager of the training program or with our registration desk that can be reached at +1071 4 1075 5711 or [email protected].
What does the course fee cover?
The course fee covers a premium training experience in a 5-star hotel, learning materials, lunches & refreshments, and for some courses, the certification fee and membership with the accrediting bodies.
Does LEORON give discounts?
Yes, we can provide discounts for group bookings. If you would like to discuss a discount on a corporate level, we will be happy to talk to you.
Reviews
- Review:Certified Professional in Quality and Patient SafetyWe have been working with LEORON for the past two years and will be working with them again this upcoming year. The programs they delivered were fruitful and exciting and our organization has received positive feedback from the participants. What our organization aims to do is to provide at no cost training for all the private sector employees so that they may benefit from our offered programs in Innovation and Professional development. Leoron has helped us achieve this goal. We look forward to continuing this service and wish them the best of luck. Regards,Nasser M. Al-Subaie
- Review:Certified Professional in Quality and Patient SafetySince the partnership was signed between BAE Systems Saudi Development & Training and LEORON in 2017, we have been working together to offer the Saudi market a complete portfolio of training solutions benefiting from the wide and extensive experience of both parties. Recognizing the great success of this partnership, we are looking for further collaborations in the future that will position both companies as one of the leading training providers in Saudi Arabia. We thank the LEORON team for their full cooperation and continuing support, and look forward to further success together in the years to come.Emad Alrajih
- Review:Certified Professional in Quality and Patient SafetyDating back to 2014, Mobily’s “LEORON” experience has grown from a single collaboration to a long-term partnership. We consider “LEORON” Institute as a strategic partner, whose contribution has been nothing but premium in equipping our staff with field-based knowledge and information. Past three years have resulted with an expanded collaboration with superior customer service and support. Best Regards,Turki S. Alsahaan
- Review:IAMM Internal Audit Maturity ModelIn recognition of their dedication and contribution supporting IKEA Saudi Arabia in arranging training programs during 2017 & 2018, looking forward for more development and exciting effort this year. On behalf of IKEA Saudi Arabia, THANK YOU!Dalal Kutbi
