L&D Career Pathways
CAREER GROWTH IN L&D STARTS HERE.
The demand for skilled learning and development (L&D) professionals is skyrocketing, but the path to success in this field is far from linear. Besides a passion for learning, it takes strategy, adaptability and continuous growth to thrive as an L&D professional today. Use the resources below designed to strengthen your expertise, elevate your impact and lead with confidence in your L&D career.
L&D Career Resources
Get the expert tools and insights you need to succeed in your L&D career.
L&D Job Roles
Within a training department, there are several key training job roles to deliver effective learning.
Training Manager Competency Assessment
Discover your own strengths and weaknesses with the Training Manager Competency Model™.
WHAT DOES AN L&D PROFESSIONAL DO?
L&D professionals play a vital role in improving employees’ skills, knowledge and performance — driving both individual growth and business success.
As experts in workplace learning, they can design and implement training programs that enhance workforce capability through online learning, instructor-led training (ILT), mentoring, coaching, gamification and/or simulations. While some organizations have dedicated L&D teams, others integrate these responsibilities within human resources (HR). Regardless of structure, L&D professionals are strategic partners in business transformation, ensuring employees have the tools they need to excel in a rapidly evolving workplace.
WANT TO FIND OUT IF CERTIFICATION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Training Industry’s Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM™) program is the only credential focused specifically on the training manager job role. With no prerequisites, this program is ideal for anyone looking to further their career in training management. Take the short quiz to see if it’s the right fit for you.
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
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