The Trainer Certification Program is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in adult learning and active training techniques. Whether you develop educational materials or conduct training for your agency, this program equips you with the tools to excel. Review the information below to determine if this certification aligns with your goals.
Program Basics
The Trainer Certification Program is a rigorous, year-long certification process. To complete the program, participants must fulfill the following requirements:
- Coursework:*
- Introduction to Adult Learning: Enhancing Performance Through Active Learning
- Train the Trainer: Developing Learning Leaders – Laptop recommended
- Train the Trainer: E-Learning Edition
*Note: All courses must be retaken after acceptance into the program, regardless of prior completion.
- Two Design Projects:
- Design and deliver a short in-person training session.
- Complete a needs assessment and training design plan for an e-learning program.
- Comprehensive Exam:
- Pass a final exam based on course materials and independent study. A study guide will be provided.
2026 Dates
Feb. 19 or March 3 — Introduction to Adult Learning: Enhancing Performance Through Active Training
March 30 - April 2 — Train the Trainer: Developing Learning Leaders
May - June — Train the Trainer: E-Learning Edition
Interested applicants must:
- Complete a Trainer Certification Program Application (Application Deadline: January 31, 2026)
Please discuss this with their supervisor prior to submitting an application so they will understand the approval request when they receive it in their email.
Becoming Certified:
Participants that have completed all required coursework and reading assignments and are interested in testing for this certification: