From the boardroom to the frontlines, organizations across the Americas recognize the power of belonging to drive innovation, improve employee satisfaction, and achieve better business outcomes. A power cultivated through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategies and interventions.
Are you ready to be a leader in this critical field? Earning your Certified Diversity Professional (CDP)® credential is a powerful step towards advancing your career and making a positive impact on your organization.
And while IDC’s preparatory course and/or materials are not required to be certified,
our
CDP® exam preparation programs
equip you
with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of Diversity and Inclusion in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Central and South America.
Why Choose IDC's CDP® 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
IDC's research-based and up-to-date approach will help you develop the right strategies that work. Our multinational work is designed for maximum effectiveness and ensures that your efforts are meaningful.
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
- Exam
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
Set the Proper Foundation for Your Work
Your organizational culture is important. Level up and transform stakeholder experiences with a holistic and inclusive approach in a modern-day, complex work environment.
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.
3-Day Immersive Academy
- 3-Day Course Agenda
- Daily from 9:30am to 5pm ET
- Jun. 16-18, 2025
- Aug. 11-13, 2025
- Oct. 28-30, 2025
- Dec. 3-5, 2025
8-Week Online Course
- 8-Week Online Class Agenda
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 noon ET to 1:30pm ET
- Apr. 15-Jun.5, 2025
- Sep. 16-Nov. 6, 2025
Partner-Led CDP® Certification Courses
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