CDP® Americas Exam Prep

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

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Become a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP)®

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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?

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Region-Specific Insights

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

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Expert Faculty

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

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Cultural Sensitivity

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

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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!**

Promo Code: WELCOME10

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
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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

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!**

Promo Code: WELCOME10

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.


CDP® fees and policies

3-Day Immersive Academy

  • 3-Day Course Agenda
  • Daily from 9:30am to 5pm ET
  • Oct. 7-9, 2024
  • Nov. 18-20, 2024
  • Dec. 4-6, 2024
  • Feb. 25-27, 2025
  • Apr. 8-10, 2025
  • 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
  • Jan. 21-Mar. 13, 2025
  • Apr. 15-Jun.5, 2025
  • Sep. 16-Nov. 6, 2025

Partner-Led CDP® Certification Courses

Take a prep course with an IDC-approved provider!

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