WLP Institute
Acquire training & development competencies with
CCASTD's state-of-the-art certificate program

We are excited to announce that HRDI has received a complete makeover. Since fall of 2005, we have been busy working on the new curriculum. The now-titled WLPI will incorporate ASTD’s Workplace Learning and Performance (WLP) competency model and four of their nine AOEs (Areas of Expertise). WLPI will include techniques, models, and methods that professionals in the field of instructional design, training and organizational development can apply. The original format stays the same and includes 7 modules, 7 weeks (Friday or Saturday), Instructors (Content Experts) and Mentors who work with participants on their individual projects.

Click here to view the WLPI Brochure!!

Who should attend?

WLPI is designed for the following individual:

  • People who currently perform instructional design and training functions. They would like to continue their education gain knowledge that enables them to use WLP language and implement tools and techniques.
  • People who may or may not have a formal education in the field of instructional design technology and organizational development.
  • People looking to break into the field of Workplace Learning and Performance.
  • People looking to network with experts and others in the field.


By completing this course, individuals will receive 30 credit-hours of PHR & SPHR re-certification.

Cost/Register

Full Session: $950 (member); $1049 (non-member, includes 1 year CCASTD membership)
Mini-session (single day): $200 (member); $250 (non-member)

Registration:

Complete the registration form to register for the next WLPI.

Now available for Fall 2008 by clicking here!

What Makes This Unique?

The WLP Institute is offered as a membership service to CCASTD members and the remaining community at large. It is designed, developed and delivered by CCASTD members who have devoted valuable time and energy as volunteers.
This institute is enhanced by instructors who have a diverse spectrum of background, styles and academics. The instructors consist of consultants and in-house practitioners with an established track record. In addition, each class has access to an advisor whose purpose is to provide coaching before, during and following the course.


The WLPI modules include:

  1. Workplace Learning and Performance Industry
    (ASTD Competency Model, Adult Learning Principles, ASTD Certification)

    • Trends
    • Roles
    • Terminology
    • Areas of Expertise
    • Project
    • Adult Learning
    • Self Assessment
    • Bibliography, Key Terms, Info-line, Resources

  2. Human Performance Improvement
    (HPI Process, Needs Analysis, HPI Interventions, Techniques)

    HPI Models (Gilbert)
    • Define difference between training and performance
    • Needs assessment
    • Root Cause
    • Asking Questions
    • Success Factors Training and Performance
    • Outcomes vs. Processes (expectations), differentiate between the two
    • HPI Tools
    • Understanding and identifying Performance Gaps
    • Customers / Stakeholders (who they are, what they want)
    • Bibliography, Key Terms, Info-line, Resources

  3. Designing Learning
    (Instructional Design Methodology, Performance objectives)
    Decisions (what decisions do you need to make, scoping)

    • ADDIE
    • Training Design Document (how to develop, template)
    • Rapid Instructional Design
    • Adult Learning Influences
    • Learning Objectives (how to write) and Test Development
    • Performance Measures
    • Learning Domains (Interpersonal, Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective)
    • Sequencing (content flow)
    • Bibliography, Key Terms, Info-line, Resources

  4. Blended Learning, Materials Development
    (E-learning, Participant / Instructor Materials, Distance Learning
    Delivery Strategies)

    • What are learning technologies?
    • Strengths and Weaknesses of different methodologies
    • How instructional design applies to on-line learning
    • Authorware (e-learning tools available)
    • Exercises (Experiential, Activity based, Ice Breakers)
    • Creating instructor guides, participant guides, power point, job aids
    • Learning Styles (Kolb and Other Practitioners)
    • Instructional methods (panel, focus group, case study, simulation, fish bowl)
    • Selection of media
    • Bibliography, Key Terms, Info-line, Resources

  5. Delivering Training
    (Instructor-led and Presentation Strategies / Methods)

    • Presentation Skills
    • Facilitation Skills
    • Electronic and Classroom Based
    • Bibliography, Key Terms, Info-line, Resources

  6. Measurement and Evaluation
    (Levels of Evaluation, Basic Statistical Terms and Application)

    • Test designs
    • Qualitative vs. Quantitative Analysis
    • Kirkpatrick (4 levels)
    • Phillips, (Level 5)
    • ROI
    • Methods of Data Collection
    • Continuous evaluation and improvement (ongoing)
    • Analyzing cost of turnover
    • Performance Indicators (tying training to performance); business results
    • Reporting reports to stakeholders
    • Statistics (mean, mode, median, standard deviation)
    • Bibliography, Key Terms, Info-line, Resources

  7. Project Presentations
    (Individual Projects)

    • Criteria for presentations
    • Criteria for project evaluation (specific feedback on the project)
    • Tie project with Certification exam (project) Delivering Training, Designing Training, Measurement and Evaluation


2008 Schedule
Full Sessions

WLPI Fall 2008
Location:
DePaul University - O'Hare Campus
3166 S. River Road
Des Plaines, IL

Fridays
9:00am - 4:30pm

Sept. 19 – Workplace Learning & Performance Profession

Sept. 26 – Human Performance Improvement (HPI)

Oct. 3 – Designing Learning

Oct. 10 – Blended Learning, Materials Development

Oct. 17 – Delivering Training

Oct. 24 – Measurement and Evaluation

Nov. 7 – Final Project Presentation

Note: You may also sign up to attend individual dates (mini-sessions).

Visit our Calendar of Events to learn when the next WLP Institute is being offered, or contact the chapter administrator (below) for more information.

Chicagoland Chapter, ASTD
1100 E. Woodfield Rd.
Suite 520
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Phone: (847) 264-5902
Fax: (847) 517-7229
Email: admin@ccastd.org

 
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