CPLP® Fast Facts
What is the CPLP certification?
CPLP is a credential for learning and performance professionals offered by the ASTD Certification Institute. It is broad-based and
addresses nine areas of expertise as defined by the ASTD Competency Model. For more information visit www.cplp.astd.org
Who can apply for the CPLP?
Professionals in the learning and performance field who have a minimum of three years related work experience may apply, though five
or more is preferable.
What does the CPLP cover?
The CPLP competency testing process requires candidates to pass both a knowledge exam and a work product assessment. The
knowledge exam has 150 multiple choice questions covering nine areas. The work product assessment requires a sample of recent
project work and essay responses. The work product must pertain to one of the following areas: Designing Learning, Delivering
Training, Improving Human Performance, Measuring and Evaluating, Facilitating Organizational Change and Managing the Learning
Function. The work product submission must be based on a current project completed within the past three years. For detailed
guidelines, visit http://www.astd.org/content/ASTDcertification/For-Candidates/CPLPBulletin.htm
How much studying/preparation is required?
Study times vary by individual. Most candidates spend a minimum of 8 -12 weeks to prepare for the knowledge exam and at least 40
hours to prepare for the work product submission, in addition to the time it takes to complete the project itself.
CPLP 2012 Testing Schedule Testing Window Registration Deadline Date Knowledge Exam Testing Work Product Submission Deadline *
March
February 10
March 17 – April 6
August 24, 2012
May
April 6
May 19 – June 9
August 24, 2012
September
August 3
Sept. 15 – Oct. 64
February 22, 2013
November
November 2
Nov. 9 – Dec. 8
February 22, 2013
* Work product score turnaround is 8-12 weeks.
ASTD National Member - $799.00
Non-Member - $999.00
Fees Include:
 Knowledge exam seat
 Knowledge exam score report

Work product submission score report (must pass knowledge exam first)
 CPLP certificate and lapel pin (must pass knowledge exam and work product first)
Fees Do Not Include:
 Study materials (a test outline is provided in Appendix C of the CPLP Candidate Bulletin)
 Study group support or preparatory classes
 Travel expenses to and from testing center
 Other ancillary fees such as transfers, re-testing, test seat cancellations, etc.
There is a slight variance from test to test in each testing window; however, on average candidates must answer approximately 75% of
the test items correctly in order to obtain a passing score.
How long is the certification valid? The CPLP credential is valid for three years. Individuals must maintain their certification through
retesting or by earning recertification credits.
Resources available
There is a Readiness Assessment on www.cplp.astd.org to help you decide if certification is right for you. Additionally, the CPLP
Candidate Bulletin outlines program policies and includes important details about the program.
Study group available
If you are interested in participating in a study group to help fill your competency gaps or help you prepare to obtain your CPLP,
contact Kathy Telban at ktelban@isolvit.org or call 1-216-650-3153.