CDE® Americas Exam Prep

New CDP® & CDE® Candidates save 50% on Online & Self-Study Programs! Promo Code: 15YEARS

Master DEIA in the Americas

Confidently Lead DEIA Certified Diversity Executive (CDE)® Exam Prep

The Americas are at the forefront of DEIA innovation. From boardrooms to communities, organizations are recognizing the power of belonging in driving success. But leading this critical change requires a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced in the Americas.

Become a Certified Diversity Executive (CDE)® and elevate your leadership.

Our CDE® Exam Preparation programs equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to:

Navigate the Complexities of DEIA in the Americas: Understand the evolving legal landscape, cultural nuances, and best practices specific to the region.
Develop a Comprehensive DEIA Strategy: Learn how to build a culture of inclusion, promote diversity, and ensure equity within your organization.
Champion Positive Change: Gain the tools and techniques to measure progress and drive impactful results.
Earn a Globally Recognized Credential: The CDE® designation demonstrates your commitment to DEIA excellence and opens doors to career advancement.

IDC's exam preparation programs are not a requirement of registering for the assessment or earning the credential.

Why Choose IDC's CDE® Exam Preparation for the Americas?

Region-Specific Insights

Consider DEIA challenges and opportunities faced by organizations in the US, Canada, and Latin America.

Expert Faculty

Learn from DEIA professionals with deep experience in the North and South American contexts.

Cultural Sensitivity

Develop a nuanced understanding of diverse cultures and perspectives through class interactions.

Practical Applications

Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios faced by organizations in the United States, Canada, and LATAM.

Celebrating 15 Years of DEIA Expertise

We have BIG news! IDC® celebrated its 15th anniversary on June 24! In addition, IDC® and The Society for Diversity have merged! In honor of these milestones, we're running two specials:

New CDP® and CDE® Candidates enrolling in online and self-study programs save 50%!*

Promo Code: 15YEARS

Save 10% on Individual Educational Programs!**

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CDE® Self Study Candidates

Disciplined learners set their own pace with IDC self-study. We recommend reading 1-2 study guide chapters per week to stay on track.

Self-study includes:

A digital copy of the current study guide
Access to CourseNetworking LMS
Live online exam review session
Online tutorial
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Americas CDE® Exam Preparation Courses

3-Day Virtual Academy

An intense, deep-dive educational experience that allows Candidates to learn from the instructor, the materials, and their cohort. It challenges current paradigms and motivates Candidates to strive for inclusive excellence.

Concepts for the Candidate Project are due on the final day, to ensure essential feedback before submitting the final version to a peer reviewer.

The 3-day program includes:

Online prep course
A digital copy of the current study guide
Live online exam review session
Exam and online tutorial
Access to CourseNetworking LMS

8-Week Prep Course

A series of online webinars led by CDP® and CDE® Designees from the corporate, government, nonprofit, and education sectors.

Tuesdays and Thursdays for 8 weeks
Sessions are recorded and shared with the presentations after class.
One competency per class
Candidates are encouraged to actively participate to maximize their learning

The 8-week program includes:

Online prep course
A digital copy of the current study guide
Live online exam review session
Exam and online tutorial
Access to CourseNetworking LMS

Americas Prep Course Schedule

Cohorts are limited to 3-25 Candidates. IDC may reschedule cohorts smaller than 3 Candidates and registration will automatically close when capacity is reached.

CDE® fees and policies